category
Allergy
composition
This is the Immunosuppressant drug ie Mycophenolic acid 500 mg.
workings
Mycophenolic acid is works by decreasing the body's immune system and prevents rejection of the organ transplant.
usage
lupus(especially thoe with symptoms of kidney disease),,rheumatoid arthritis,,vasculitis,,inflammed bowel disease(crohn's disease),,inflammatory eye disease,,kidney disorders,,skin disorders.
directions
Mycophenolate is an immunosuppresive agent. It is used with other medicine to lower the body's natural immunity in patients who receive organ transplants example kidnet,heart,liver.
side effects
Black stools,,bladder pain,,,blood in the urine or stools,,chest pain,, tightness,,cough,,decresed urine.
warnings
Warning : Protect yourself from sunlight and use sunscreen with a high sun protection factor. your doctor may get regular blood test done to monitor the levels of blood cells in your blood.
interactions
Drug drug interaction : It may be interact with antacids containing aluminium ,magnesium or calcium free phosphae binders( such as aluminium products,lanthanum,sevelamer).
Drug food interaction : Using alcohol or tobacoo with certain medicines may also cause inteactions. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food,alcohol or tobacco.
contraindications
You may need blood tests to check your kidney or liver function.Take some foods rich in vitamin C such as kiwi,broccoli and bell pepper, help improve the immune sytem.
other
Consult your doctor before taking mycophenolate ,if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy .Please inform your doctor before taking mycophenolate if you have a breastfeeding baby.
storage
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from sunlight and moisture.
directions use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.