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MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Mycophenolate:500mg
- Manufactured by : Welmark Pharmaceuticals
- Drug Strength : 500mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 1x10s
- Product SKU : dis_20196
Mycophenolate:500mg | Immunomodulators
Alternate brands of MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s
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| ORGOCEPT 500mg Tablet | ₨ 0.00 | You can save 1150 |
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Welmark Product Form : TabletPack Size : 1x10sIngredients : Mycophenolate:500mgGeneric Category : Immunomodulators
How it works
MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s works by weakening the body's immune system so it will not attack and reject the transplanted organ.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s
- Constipation
- Stomach pain or swelling
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Trouble with sleeping
- Pain in the arms, legs and the back
- Uncontrolled shaking of arms or legs
- Headache
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
- Severe difficulty in breathing rare
- Chest pain
- Dizziness and fainting
- Black or tarry stools
- Bloody or coffee colored vomit rare
- Yellowing of skin and eyes rare
Uses of MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Prevention of organ transplant rejection
This medicine is used to prevent the rejection of an organ (kidney, heart, or liver) transplant.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s , mycophenolic acid, MYPHENO 500mg Tablet 1x10s sodium, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women since the risk of miscarriage or birth defects is significantly high. Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect pregnancy while taking this medicine. Appropriate means of birth control should be adopted while taking this medicine.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
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Women of childbearing age
Women of childbearing age should take appropriate precautionary measures to avoid a pregnancy while taking this medicine. These patients are also advised to undergo a serum/urine pregnancy test prior to beginning therapy with this medicine.
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Live vaccine
Vaccination with live and attenuated strains of microorganisms should be avoided while taking this medicine since the risk of severe infections is significantly high.
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Skin cancer
Patients should avoid direct exposure to sunlight or sunlamps while taking this medicine due to the increased risk of skin cancer. Appropriate precautionary measures such as protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen should be taken while stepping out.
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Infections
The use of this medicine suppresses the immune system of patients and increases the risk of infections and sepsis. Patients should report any symptoms of an infection such as a fever or chills to the doctor immediately.
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Blood cell count
Use of this medicine may affect the count of blood cells and cause associated complications. It should be used with extreme caution in patients having blood cell disorders such as anemia, neutropenia, etc. Symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, unexpected bruising and bleeding should be reported to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of complete blood cell count may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Gastrointestinal disturbances
Use of this medicine may cause ulcers and bleed in the gastrointestinal tract. This risk is especially higher in patients with a previous history of gastrointestinal diseases. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.
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Other medicines
Report the use of all medicines including vaccinations, herbs, and supplements to the doctor before receiving this medicine to rule out chances of a possible interaction.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor if an overdose of this medicine is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Omeprazole moderate
- Sevelamer moderate
- Ethinyl Estradiol severe
- Leflunomide severe
- Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid moderate
- Live vaccines severe
- Aluminium Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide/Calcium carbonate moderate
- Cloxacillin moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from peptic ulcer disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Your doctor will schedule the uptake of medicines in such a way that adverse effects are minimized.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with predisposed to neutropenia. Use of this medicine may cause severe neutropenia has occurred in people. It advises treatment should be discontinued or the dose reduced in patients who develop neutropenia. Closely monitoring of hematopoietic function and complete blood counts should be performed. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. It is strongly advised to take this medicine under the supervision of a doctor with frequent monitoring of blood cell count and status of the transplant acceptance by the immune system. Avoid inhalation or contact with the skin. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop signs or symptoms of an infection.
Other details
- To be taken on an empty stomach
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Mycophenolate [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601081.html [cited 28/7/2020]. 2020
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Questions and Answers
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