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Mycotor 500 Tablet

Salt Composition: MYCOPHENOLATE SODIUM

₹587.00₹690.00

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Categories: Cardiology

Conditions: Transplant

Product Introduction

Mycotor 500 Tablet contains mycophenolate sodium, an immunosuppressant belonging to the inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH) inhibitor class. It is used to prevent organ rejection in patients who have undergone kidney, heart, or liver transplantation. The medication is prescribed alongside other immunosuppressive agents to maintain graft health and prevent the immune system from attacking the transplanted organ. Mycotor 500 Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your physician, typically after meals with a full glass of water. This medicine helps protect transplanted organs, making it commonly prescribed in kidney transplant patients. Patients with Mycotor 500 Tablet treatment should be aware of possible side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or lowered white blood cell count, which may increase infection risk. The pregnancy risk is high, as mycophenolate sodium can cause birth defects or miscarriage; therefore, women must use effective contraception during treatment. The price may vary depending on brand and location. Patients may obtain Mycotor 500 Tablet from verified pharmacies. Your doctor may recommend a suitable substitute if necessary for continued therapy.

Uses

Prevent organ transplant rejections.

How it works

Mycotor 500 Tablet works by inhibiting the enzyme inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH) and reducing the production of guanosine nucleotides. MMF specifically affects the proliferation of activated T and B lymphocytes. These lymphocytes are key players in the immune response that can lead to the rejection of a transplanted organ.

How to Use

It is an orally available prescription drug. Your physician will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition, severity, and other factors. Always take Mycotor 500 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not open, crush, break, or chew the medicine. Take the medicine at the same time every day as advised by your doctor.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Infections, fever, or sore throat Unusual bleeding or bruising Low blood cell count Severe allergic reactions Common Higher risk of developing lymphoma and other cancers Nausea, abdominal pain Diarrhea Constipation Loss of appetite Shortness of breath Weight loss Increased heartbeat Headache Blood pressure problem Anaemia.

Expert Tips

Take the prescribed dose exactly as instructed by your doctor. Inform your doctor about all medicines you are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal products. Drug interactions are possible, so full disclosure is important. If you plan to conceive or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Your doctor may adjust your treatment or suggest safer alternatives during pregnancy.

References

  1. Novartis Ireland Limited, European Medicine Consortium (EMC), [Revised on Nov 2022], [Accessed on 25/05/2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5560.pdf
  2. S.E. Marshall, Immunological Factors in Disease, Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine, 22nd Edition, 2014, 71-96.
  3. KD Tripathi, Immunosuppressant Drugs, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019,.937-945.
  4. Goodman & Gilman's, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Inflammation, Immunomodulation, and Hematopoiesis, 12th Edition, 2011, 1014.

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: Consult Your Doctor Mycotor 500 Tablet is known to have harmful effects on the developing fetus and is generally not taken during pregnancy unless your doctor prescribes the medicine.

Lungs: Consult Your Doctor It is generally considered safe for individuals with liver disease; however, inform your physician if you have any liver diseases.

Breastfeeding: Unsafe Mycotor 500 Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers because small amounts of the drug can pass into the mother's milk and affect the nursing baby.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS