Mycept Suspension
Manufacturer
Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Mycophenolate mofetil (1gm)
Key Information
Short Description
Mycept Suspension is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant, such as kidney, heart, or liver.
Dosage Form
Powder for Oral Suspension
Introduction
Mycept Suspension 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. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Mycept Suspension is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mycept Suspension 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 Mycept Suspension to stop your body from rejecting a transplanted organ (e.g. kidney, heart, or liver). It may take 6 to 12 weeks for Mycept Suspension 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). Take it with food to minimize possible side effects like nausea and stomach pain. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels of blood cells in your blood.
Frequently asked questions
Can Mycept Suspension cause cancer?
Mycept Suspension may increase your chances of certain cancers, such as skin cancer and lymphoma (cancer of the lymph system). It is important to take steps to minimize sun exposure by wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen. If you notice a new skin sore, bump, change in mole size or color, brown or black lesion with uneven edges, or any other concerning symptom, contact your doctor immediately. Also, inform your doctor if you experience unexplained fever, persistent fatigue, unexplained weight loss, or swelling in the neck, groin, or armpits.
Why has my doctor given me Mycept Suspension after I have had a kidney transplant?
Mycept Suspension is an immunosuppressant medication. It helps your body accept the transplanted kidney by weakening the cells in your immune system, which fight against foreign substances and could reject the kidney.
Is Mycept Suspension a steroid or chemotherapy medicine? Can it cause hair loss?
Mycept Suspension is neither a steroid nor chemotherapy medication. It's an immunosuppressant that reduces the activity of your immune system, helping prevent rejection of the transplanted kidney. Hair loss is a common side effect of Mycept Suspension.
Do I need any special tests while taking Mycept Suspension?
To assess potential effects on blood count, kidneys, and liver, your doctor may order blood tests before treatment. Regular blood tests will be conducted throughout the treatment to monitor your response to Mycept Suspension and observe for any adverse reactions.
My doctor has asked me to stay away from a person who has chickenpox or shingles. Why?
Mycept Suspension suppresses the immune system, making you more susceptible to infections. Therefore, you must avoid contact with patients experiencing chickenpox or shingles if possible. It is important to follow your doctor's advice and seek immediate medical attention if you develop symptoms of chickenpox or shingles.
What precautions should a female follow while taking Mycept Suspension?
If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, do not take Mycept Suspension. There is a high risk of miscarriage (loss of the pregnancy) during the first 3 months and birth defects in newborns. It's crucial to use reliable contraception for at least 4 weeks before treatment, during treatment, and for 6 weeks after discontinuation of Mycept Suspension alongside another form of contraception.
What precautions should a male follow while taking Mycept Suspension?
It's highly recommended that either the man or his partner use reliable contraception during treatment and for 90 days after the treatment. Men shouldn't donate semen during or for 90 days after stopping Mycept Suspension.
