Mylimus 2 Capsule
Manufacturer
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company
Salt Composition
Tacrolimus (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mylimus 2 Capsule is used along with other medicines to prevent your body from rejecting a new organ (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart) after transplant.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Mylimus 2 Capsule is an immunosuppressant that works by suppressing your body's immune response following the transplant of an organ (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart). This helps your body to accept the new organ as if it were your own. It is used along with other medicines to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Mylimus 2 Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Mylimus 2 Capsule is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body's immune response following the transplant of an organ (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart). This helps your body to accept the new organ as if it were your own.
Quick Tips
Mylimus 2 Capsule is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients. It may take 3 to 4 months for the medication to work. Keep taking it as prescribed. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day to help with your kidney function. Do not stop taking Mylimus 2 Capsule without talking to your doctor first. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day to help with your kidney function.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mylimus 2 Capsule an antibiotic?
Yes, Mylimus 2 Capsule is a type of antibiotic belonging to the macrolide group. It is primarily used after organ transplantation. This medicine's immunosuppressive properties help prevent organ rejection following kidney, heart, or liver transplants.
Which vaccines should not be taken while taking Mylimus 2 Capsule?
You should avoid taking any live vaccines (vaccines that use pathogens still alive but attenuated, weakened) while taking Mylimus 2 Capsule. These include vaccinations for measles, mumps, rubella, BCG (TB vaccine), yellow fever, chickenpox, and typhoid. You should also avoid taking polio drops (by mouth) or flu vaccine (through the nose).
Who should not take Mylimus 2 Capsule?
Patients with allergies to Mylimus 2 Capsule or a weakened immune system, high blood pressure, and kidney failure should avoid taking it. This medicine is also contraindicated in pregnant or breastfeeding women and individuals planning to receive live vaccines (e.g., MMR vaccine).
What should I tell my doctor before taking Mylimus 2 Capsule?
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, have allergies, a long-term infection, high blood sugar, or high blood pressure. Also inform your doctor if you have high blood potassium levels or a weakened immune system. Tell your doctor about any medications you take, recent medication use, and upcoming live vaccine administration.
What should I be aware of before I start taking Mylimus 2 Capsule?
Mylimus 2 Capsule suppresses the immune system, increasing the risk of infection. In some cases, this medicine can raise the risk for certain cancers like skin and lymph gland cancer (lymphoma). It may also lower your immune system's ability to fight infections. Consult your doctor before starting Mylimus 2 Capsule and seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as fever, sweats or chills, cough, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, warm, red, or painful areas on your skin.
Does Mylimus 2 Capsule have an abuse potential?
Mylimus 2 Capsule does not have abuse potential and is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have the potential for abuse, so authorization from authorities and healthcare professionals is required for their use.
