Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Mycophenolate Mofetil 250 mg

Manufacturer

Roche Products (India) Pvt Ltd

Variant

10 Capsule(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

Italy

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULECELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE contains Mycophenolate mofetil which belongs to the group of medicines called Immunosuppressants. It is used to manage your body rejecting a transplanted organ (such as kidney, heart, and liver). It is also given with other medications such as corticosteroids and ciclosporin. Your doctor will perform some regular blood tests to monitor any changes in your body. CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE may increases the risk of skin cancer. Limit your exposure to sunlight and ultraviolet light by covering the exposed areas of skin as much as possible and by applying sunscreen with a high protective factor. CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE can cause birth defects and miscarriage, hence it is strictly not recommended for use in pregnant women and breastfeeding women. CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking. CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. The most common

Uses

OF CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE Used to manage your body rejecting a transplanted organ (such as kidney, heart, and liver)

How It Works

CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE belongs to immunosuppressants which reduces the action of the body's own defense system (the immune system) and manages rejection of the transplanted organ.

Directions for Use

Take CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your dosage will vary depending on the type of transplant you received. Do not stop the medicine suddenly without the concern of your doctor.

Side Effects

taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, high blood pressure, and low number of white blood cells. Contact your doctor if the above side effects worsen. USES OF CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE Used to manage your body rejecting a transplanted organ (such as kidney, heart, and liver) HOW CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE WORKSCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE belongs to immunosuppressants which reduces the action of the body's own defense system (the immune system) and manages rejection of the transplanted organ. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your dosage will vary depending on the type of transplant you received. Do not stop the medicine suddenly without the concern of your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS OF CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULECOMMON decreased white blood cells decrease in calcium levels of blood abnormal potassium levels in the blood (high or low) raised uric acid levels in the blood high or low blood pressure anxiety diarrhoea joint or muscle pain tiredness, shortness of breath and pale skin (decrease in red blood cells) unexpected bleeding and bruising (decrease in blood platelets) hypomagnesemia (decrease in magnesium levels of blood) dizziness headache cough shortness of breath stomach pain, inflammation of the lining of the stomach, abdominal bloating, constipation, indigestion, flatulence, loose stools, nausea, vomiting tiredness fever change in liver and kidney function test results respiratory infection acne weakness swelling of hands, ankles, or feet itching UNCOMMON fast heartbeat or irregular heartbeat fluid in the lungs presence of cyst in lymph trembling, difficulty in sleeping conjunctivitis, blurry vision bad breath, gas formation, intestinal blockage, ulcers on lips, heartburn, discoloration of tongue, dry mouth, inflammation of the gums loss of appetite wheezing blockage of salivary glands elevated lipid levels increase in blood glucose levels or blood cholesterol levels strange dreams, delusions pain, rigors inability to keep an erection cough, difficulty breathing, painful breathing fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, low body temperature, fast heartbeat RAREStop taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: yellowish discoloration of skin and whites of eyes, nausea, loss of appetite and dark urine persistent cough or become breathlessness signs of infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, sweating, feeling tired, drowsy, or lack of energy blood vomit blood or blood in stools due stomach, or intestinal ulcer swelling of glands, development of a new skin growth or enlargement of an existing skin growth, or changes in an existing mole. may lead to development of cancer of the skin or lymph nodes rashes, swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat causing difficulty breathing

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Inform your doctor if you are planning to have a child before taking this medicine. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. BREASTFEEDINGCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women, hence small amounts of the medicine can pass into the mother’s milk. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsiness, somnolence, dizziness, tremor, low blood pressure, numb or confusion after taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. KIDNEYCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. LIVERCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. ALLERGYDo not take CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Mycophenolate mofetil, or to some sugars such as lactose, galactose, or glucose or to other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. HEART DISEASECELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. OTHERSCELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you: have hereditary enzyme deficiency such as Lesch-Nyhan (neurogenetic disorder) and Kelley-Seegmiller syndrome (partial deficiency of the enzyme hypoxanthine guanine phosphoribosyl transferase) Before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you: have any unexpected bruising (skin discoloration from a skin or tissue injury) or bleeding have digestive problems (such as a stomach ulcer) have a rare problem with your metabolism called phenylketonuria (hereditary condition that results in an accumulation of the phenylalanine) are planning to get live vaccinations have Hepatitis B or C infections have skin cancer or lymphoma Use in pediatrics: CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children under the age of 2, because there is limited information on its safety and effectiveness. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE. Use in geriatrics: CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: azathioprine, tacrolimus, belatacept, cyclosporine A (suppress your immune system given after a transplant operation) cholestyramine (medicine used to manage high cholesterol) rifampicin (medicines used to manage infections such as TB) medicines used to manage ulcer problems (antacids such as aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate or proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole) phosphate binders (used to reduce phosphate absorption into the blood is used by patients with chronic renal failure) such as ferric citrate, calcium acetate, sevelamer antibiotics (medicines used to manage bacterial infections) amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, doxycycline, ciprofloxacin, clindamycin, metronidazole, azithromycin, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, amikacin, cefadroxil, norfloxacin isavuconazole (medicine used to manage fungal infections) telmisartan (medicine used to manage high blood pressure) activated charcoal (used to manage digestive problems) acyclovir or ganciclovir (medicines used to manage viral infections) oral contraceptives such as Ex. ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel (medicines used to manage pregnancy) probenecid (medicines used to manage gout) iron salts such as Ex. ferrous sulphate (medicines used to manage iron deficiency) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and neutropenia. SYNOPSIS Drug : Mycophenolate mofetil Pharmacological Category : Immunosuppressants Therapeutic Indication : Prevents your body from rejecting a transplanted organ Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Suspension, Oral suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE out of the sight and reach of children Store CELLCEPT 250MG CAPSULE below 30°C

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Last Updated

11 Nov 2022

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