Mmf 500 Tablet
Manufacturer
Zee Laboratories
Salt Composition
Mycophenolate mofetil (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mmf 500 Tablet is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant, such as kidney, heart, or liver.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Mmf 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called immunosuppressants. It is used with other medicines to prevent your body from rejecting an organ (such as a kidney, heart, or liver) after a transplant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune system so that it does not attack the new organ.
Directions for 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. Mmf 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mmf 500 Tablet is an immunosuppressant. It reduces the action of the body's own defense system (the immune system) and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Mmf 500 Tablet to stop your body from rejecting a transplanted organ (e.g. kidney, heart or liver). It may take 6 to 12 weeks for Mmf 500 Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed. It may cause birth defects so birth control is required in females with reproductive potential. It makes you more susceptible to getting infections. Avoid contact with people who have an infection. Protect yourself from direct sunlight by wearing protective clothing and applying a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF).
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Frequently asked questions
Can Mmf 500 Tablet cause cancer?
Mmf 500 Tablet may slightly increase your chances of certain cancers, such as skin cancer and lymphoma (cancer of the lymph system). It is important to take precautions when spending time outdoors. Limit sun exposure, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen. If you develop a new skin sore or bump, a change in mole size or color, a brown or black lesion with uneven edges, or any unusual changes, inform your doctor immediately. Additionally, contact your doctor if you experience unexplained fever, persistent fatigue, unexplained weight loss, or pain or swelling in the neck, groin, or armpit areas.
Why has my doctor given me Mmf 500 Tablet after I have had a kidney transplant?
Mmf 500 Tablet is an immunosuppressant. It helps your body accept the donor's kidney by suppressing the activity of your immune system, which fights against foreign substances and can reject them. This will make the transplanted organ more readily accepted by your body.
Is Mmf 500 Tablet a steroid or chemotherapy medicine? Can it cause hair loss?
Mmf 500 Tablet is neither a steroid nor chemotherapy medication. It is an immunosuppressant that works by weakening the immune system to prevent rejection of the transplanted organ. Hair loss is a common side effect of Mmf 500 Tablet.
Do I need any special tests while taking Mmf 500 Tablet?
Your doctor may recommend blood tests before starting treatment to check your blood count. Additionally, regular blood tests will be necessary to monitor your response to the medication and assess for potential side effects.
My doctor has asked me to stay away from a person who has chickenpox or shingles. Why?
Mmf 500 Tablet weakens your immune system, making you more susceptible to infections like chickenpox and shingles. Following your doctor's advice by staying away from people with these diseases is crucial.
What precautions should a female follow while taking Mmf 500 Tablet?
Do not take Mmf 500 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Mmf 500 Tablet carries a high risk of miscarriage and birth defects in newborns. To avoid pregnancy, use two reliable forms of contraception for four weeks before starting treatment, during the course, and for six weeks after stopping treatment. It is important to remember that using Mmf 500 Tablet might affect your birth control pills' effectiveness.
What precautions should a male follow while taking Mmf 500 Tablet?
Men should use reliable contraception, either for themselves or their partner, during and after treatment. Avoid donating semen for the duration of treatment and for ninety days following its discontinuation.
