Prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients
Uses
Mycophenolate sodium is generally used in treatment for prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients.
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Diarrhoea
Headache
High blood pressure
Nausea
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Mycophenolate sodium, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it.
How it works
Mycophenolate sodium is an immunosuppressant. It reduces the action of body's own defense system (the immune system) and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Mycophenolate sodium to stop your body from rejecting a transplanted organ (e.g. kidney, heart or liver).It may take 6 to 12 weeks for Mycophenolate sodium to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.Take it with food to minimize possible side effects like nausea and stomach pain.It makes you more susceptible to getting infections. Avoid contact with people who have an infection and consult your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat, high temperature, any other signs of infections.It may cause birth defects so birth control is required in females with reproductive potential.Protect yourself from direct sunlight by wearing protective clothing and applying a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF).Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, or fever.
Product Details
SKU: PC-70727 Product Description: MY 360 mg Tablet is manufactured by Steadfast Medishield Pvt Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.