Mycophenolate Mofetil
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Mycophenolate Mofetil is an immunosuppressant taken after kidney, heart or liver transplants to help prevent organ rejection.
Drug Information
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Mycophenolate mofetil is an immunosuppressant used after kidney, heart or liver transplants to help prevent rejection. It is also used for lupus and other autoimmune conditions.
What is it used for?
- Preventing organ transplant rejection
- Lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation from lupus)
- Other autoimmune conditions
How does it work?
Mycophenolate blocks an enzyme that immune cells need to multiply, which reduces the immune attack on the transplanted organ or body tissues.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- This medicine lowers your immune system, so you are more likely to get infections. Tell your doctor straight away if you have a fever or feel unwell.
- Avoid people with chickenpox, shingles or measles if you have not had them. Tell your doctor if you are exposed.
- Do not have live vaccines (such as yellow fever, MMR, BCG or oral typhoid) without your doctor's advice. Other vaccines, like flu and COVID-19, are usually recommended.
- It can raise the risk of some cancers, especially skin cancer. Use sunscreen, cover up and check your skin regularly.
- You will need regular blood tests.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy (including men planning to father a child) or breastfeeding.
- It can cause miscarriage and serious birth defects. Women must use two reliable forms of contraception and have pregnancy tests. Men should use condoms during treatment and for 90 days after.
- Do not donate blood during treatment and for 6 weeks after. Men should not donate sperm during treatment and for 90 days after.
- Antacids and some other medicines reduce absorption. Space them out.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Mycophenolate Mofetil can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Feeling sick or being sick
- Stomach pain
- Tiredness
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Fever, chills, sore throat or other signs of infection
- Unusual bruising or bleeding
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine
- New or changing skin spots or lumps
- Signs of rejection: fever, pain over the transplant, less urine
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take it twice a day, 12 hours apart.
- Take it on an empty stomach if possible. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food.
- Swallow the tablets or capsules whole. Do not crush, chew or open them.
- A common adult dose after kidney transplant is 1 g twice a day.
If you miss a dose: Take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QWhy do I need blood tests on Mycophenolate Mofetil?
- A
To check your blood cells, liver and kidneys, and sometimes the level of medicine in your blood, so any problems can be caught early.
- QCan I have vaccines while taking Mycophenolate Mofetil?
- A
Most non-live vaccines, like flu and COVID-19, are recommended. Live vaccines should usually be avoided. Always check with your doctor.
- QWhat should I do if I get an infection on Mycophenolate Mofetil?
- A
Contact your doctor straight away, even for something that seems minor, like a fever or sore throat. Infections can become serious more quickly when your immune system is lowered.

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