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Mycophenolic Acid - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Mycophenolic Acid

Generic Name : Mycophenolic Acid
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Mycophenolic Acid are provided here.

Pronunciation : MYE koe phe NOLE ik AS id

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Mycophenolic Acid, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


ICD Code : Y43.4 Therapeutic Classification : Immunosuppressants

Trade Names/Brand Names of Mycophenolic Acid

India :

International :


Myfortic

Why is Mycophenolic Acid Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an immunosuppressant agent. It is used to prevent organ rejection in patients receiving allogeneic kidney transplants.

When should Mycophenolic Acid not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity, pregnancy and lactation.

What is the dosage of Mycophenolic Acid?

Adult: Initial dose: 720 mg orally twice a day on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after food intake.
Geriatrics: 720 mg twice a day on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after food intake.
Pediatric: 400 mg/m2 twice a day (up to a maximum of 720 mg twice a day). Pediatric doses for patients with BSA <1.19 m2 cannot be accurately administered using currently available formulations of Myfortic tablets.

How should Mycophenolic Acid be taken?

It comes as a tablet, taken on an empty stomach and administered in combination with cyclosporine and corticosteroids.

What are the warnings and precautions for Mycophenolic Acid?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of active peptic ulcer, blood disorders, severe kidney impairment, polyomavirus infections, gastrointestinal disorders.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of certain types of cancer, if it so consult with your doctor immediately.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight/UV light.

• Women taking this medication should seek contraceptive counseling.

What are the side effects of Mycophenolic Acid?

Common - Dizziness, stomach pain, vomiting, indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, weight loss, fatal pulmonary fibrosis, constipation, anemia, decrease in white blood cells.
Cardiovascular - Rapid heart rate, weak pulse.
Respiratory - Rapid and shallow breathing, dry cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing up blood or vomit, inflammation of the esophagus.
Genitourinary - Increased urination.
Gastrointestinal - Rapid edema (swelling) of the skin, gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers.
General - Lack of sleep.

What are the other precautions for Mycophenolic Acid?

Avoid excess dosage

What are the storage conditions for Mycophenolic Acid?

Store at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C), in a tightly closed container.
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