Myfortic 180mg Tablet 10'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Mycophenolate Mofetil 180 mg

Manufacturer

Novartis India Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

Switzerland

Detailed Information

Introduction

MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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. MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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. MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET can cause birth defects and miscarriage, hence it is strictly not recommended for use in pregnant women and breastfeeding women. MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking. MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. The most common

Uses

OF MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET Used to manage your body rejecting a transplanted organ (such as kidney, heart, and liver)

How It Works

MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET Used to manage your body rejecting a transplanted organ (such as kidney, heart, and liver) HOW MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET WORKSMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLETCOMMON 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. KIDNEYMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Contact your doctor before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. LIVERMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Contact your doctor before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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. LUNGSMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases. Contact your doctor before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. HEART DISEASEMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Contact your doctor before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. OTHERSMYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET, 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: MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET. Use in geriatrics: MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET, 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET, 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 MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET out of the sight and reach of children Store MYFORTIC 180MG TABLET below 30°C

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Last Updated

11 Nov 2022

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