Cellcept
Mycophenolate mofetil capsules for preventing organ transplant rejection. It targets lymphocytes specifically, reducing the risk of the body attacking the new organ.
- Category
- Autoimmune Support
- Active ingredient
- Mycophenolate Mofetil
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule; Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg · 500mg
Cellcept is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Cellcept depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Cellcept details
- Condition
- Organ Transplant Rejection
- Alternative names
- mycophenolate mofetil
- Therapeutic class
- Inosine Monophosphate Dehydrogenase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Immunosuppressant
- Known off-label uses
- lupus nephritis
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; hypersensitivity to mycophenolate mofetil
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- leukopenia; anaemia; thrombocytopenia
- Dosage forms
- Capsule; Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Roche
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Antacids; Acyclovir; Cholestyramine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children, adolescents, and adults.
Serious side effects
progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, requires immediate medical attention; severe systemic infections, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Mycophenolate mofetil capsules for preventing organ transplant rejection. It targets lymphocytes specifically, reducing the risk of the body attacking the new organ.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase, blocking de novo purine synthesis required for lymphocyte division.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of miscarriage and congenital malformations. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
What you will receive
Cellcept names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Mycophenolate Mofetil at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.