Mycograft 180mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medgenix Pharma India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Mycophenolate sodium (180mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. It works by weakening the body's immune system, reducing the risk of rejection.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. It is used in combination with other medications to reduce the risk of rejection. The amount of Mycograft 180mg Tablet you take depends on the type of transplant you have. Follow your doctor's instructions on this. This medicine may be taken with or without food. Swallow it as a whole, do not crush, chew, break, or open them. Take the medicine regularly to get the most benefit and keep taking it even if you feel well. If you stop taking it, you may increase the chances of rejecting your transplanted 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. Mycograft 180mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Stomach pain Headache High blood pressure Changes in the number of white blood cells
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Mycograft 180mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant. It reduces the action of body's own defense system (the immune system) and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ.
Quick Tips
Take it with food to minimize possible side effects like nausea and stomach pain. Avoid contact with people who have an infection and consult your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat, high temperature or any other signs of infections. Protect yourself from direct sunlight by wearing protective clothing and applying a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF). Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, or fever.
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Frequently asked questions
Why has my doctor given me Mycograft 180mg Tablet after I have had a kidney transplant?
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant. It helps your body accept the donor kidney. Mycograft 180mg Tablet works on your cells of the immune system, which fight against any foreign substances and reject them. This ensures the transplanted organ is more readily accepted by your body.
Can Mycograft 180mg Tablet cause cancer?
Mycograft 180mg Tablet may increase your chances of certain cancers like skin cancer and lymphoma (cancer of the lymph system). When outdoors, minimize exposure to sunlight by wearing protective clothing, applying sunscreen, and avoiding unnecessary prolonged sun exposure. Contact your doctor if you experience a new skin sore or bump, a change in the size or color of a mole, a brown or black skin lesion (sore) with uneven edges, a sore whose one part does not look like the other, skin changes, sores that do not heal, unexplained fever, tiredness that does not go away, weight loss, or pain or swelling in the neck, groin, or armpits.
Is Mycograft 180mg Tablet a steroid or a chemotherapy drug? Can it cause hair loss?
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is neither a steroid nor a chemotherapy medicine. It is an immunosuppressant that helps suppress or weaken your immune system so your body does not reject the donated organ from another person. Hair loss can be a common side effect of Mycograft 180mg Tablet.
Do I need any special tests while taking Mycograft 180mg Tablet?
Since Mycograft 180mg Tablet can affect blood count and impact the kidneys and liver, your doctor will ask you to have a blood test before starting treatment. Regular blood tests during treatment are necessary to monitor changes in your blood and check for any side effects.
Why do I need to stay away from someone who has chicken pox or shingles?
Mycograft 180mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant, which means it reduces the activity of your immune system. If you come into contact with a person who has chicken pox or shingles, your body’s ability to fight these illnesses might be weakened, increasing your own risk of catching them.
What precautions should a female follow while taking Mycograft 180mg Tablet?
Do not take Mycograft 180mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. There is a high risk of miscarriage during the first 3 months of pregnancy. It may even cause birth defects in the baby. Therefore, use two acceptable forms of birth control together for 4 weeks before starting treatment, during treatment, and for 6 weeks after stopping Mycograft 180mg Tablet. Your doctor will suggest the two methods that best suit you. Using a second form of birth control along with birth control pills may be necessary as it might decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills.
What precautions should a male follow while taking Mycograft 180mg Tablet?
It is recommended that either the man or his partner should use reliable contraception during treatment and for 90 days after treatment. Men should not donate semen during the therapy or for 90 days following discontinuation of Mycograft 180mg Tablet.
