Review the side-effects of Mycophenolate Mofetil as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Anxiety, back pain, constipation, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, tiredness, weakness, nausea, tremor, sleeplessness, stomach upset and vomiting.
Body as a Whole- Enlarged abdomen, collection of pus, accidental injury, chills, fever, cyst, face edema, flu syndrome, bleeding, hernia, uneasiness, neck pain and pelvic pain.
Blood- Blood clot disorder, bruising and decreased blood counts.
Genitourinary- Acute kidney failure, albumin/blood in urine, painful urination, impotence, kidney failure, absence of urination, prostate gland disorder, miscarriage, urinary frequency/incontinence, urinary retention and urinary tract disorder.
Heart- Chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm, slow/fast heart rate, blood clot in veins, heart block, congestive heart failure, low/high blood pressure, pallor, palpitation, fluid accumulation and fainting.
Metabolic- Abnormal healing, increased acidity, increase in liver enzymes, dehydration, generalized swelling, gout, increase or decrease in calcium/fat/urea/protein in blood, excess thirst and weight gain/loss.
Gastrointestinal- Loss of appetite, jaundice, difficulty in swallowing, inflammation of gastrointestinal tract, flatulence, gastrointestinal bleeding, infection, gum enlargement, liver damage, abnormal liver function tests, blood in stool, mouth ulceration, nausea, vomiting, mouth infection, rectal disorder and stomach ulcer.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing, asthma, nose bleed, hiccup, hyperventilation, lung swelling/disorder, cancer, fluid accumulation in lung, respiratory disorder, respiratory tract inflammation/infections, sputum increased and voice alteration.
Skin - Pimples, hair loss, fungal infection, bleeding, itching, rash, skin cancer, skin disorder, scar, skin ulcer and sweating.
Central Nervous System- Agitation, anxiety, confusion, epilepsy, confusion, depression, dry mouth, emotional lability, hallucinations, increased muscle tone, nervousness, tingling, mental disorder, drowsiness and abnormal thinking.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle/joint pain, leg cramps, muscle weakness and joint inflammation.
Eye and ENT- Abnormal vision, double vision, cataract (not specified), eye inflammation, deafness, ear pain, ringing in the ear and increased tears.
It may cause severe life threatening infections, if it is so consult with your doctor.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Anxiety, back pain, constipation, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, tiredness, weakness, nausea, tremor, sleeplessness, stomach upset and vomiting.
Body as a Whole- Enlarged abdomen, collection of pus, accidental injury, chills, fever, cyst, face edema, flu syndrome, bleeding, hernia, uneasiness, neck pain and pelvic pain.
Blood- Blood clot disorder, bruising and decreased blood counts.
Genitourinary- Acute kidney failure, albumin/blood in urine, painful urination, impotence, kidney failure, absence of urination, prostate gland disorder, miscarriage, urinary frequency/incontinence, urinary retention and urinary tract disorder.
Heart- Chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm, slow/fast heart rate, blood clot in veins, heart block, congestive heart failure, low/high blood pressure, pallor, palpitation, fluid accumulation and fainting.
Metabolic- Abnormal healing, increased acidity, increase in liver enzymes, dehydration, generalized swelling, gout, increase or decrease in calcium/fat/urea/protein in blood, excess thirst and weight gain/loss.
Gastrointestinal- Loss of appetite, jaundice, difficulty in swallowing, inflammation of gastrointestinal tract, flatulence, gastrointestinal bleeding, infection, gum enlargement, liver damage, abnormal liver function tests, blood in stool, mouth ulceration, nausea, vomiting, mouth infection, rectal disorder and stomach ulcer.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing, asthma, nose bleed, hiccup, hyperventilation, lung swelling/disorder, cancer, fluid accumulation in lung, respiratory disorder, respiratory tract inflammation/infections, sputum increased and voice alteration.
Skin - Pimples, hair loss, fungal infection, bleeding, itching, rash, skin cancer, skin disorder, scar, skin ulcer and sweating.
Central Nervous System- Agitation, anxiety, confusion, epilepsy, confusion, depression, dry mouth, emotional lability, hallucinations, increased muscle tone, nervousness, tingling, mental disorder, drowsiness and abnormal thinking.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle/joint pain, leg cramps, muscle weakness and joint inflammation.
Eye and ENT- Abnormal vision, double vision, cataract (not specified), eye inflammation, deafness, ear pain, ringing in the ear and increased tears.
Other Precautions :
Avoid exposure to sunlight.It may cause severe life threatening infections, if it is so consult with your doctor.
Drug Name : Mycophenolate Mofetil
Mycophenolate Mofetil(Cellcept) generic is an immunosuppressant, prescribed for prevention of organ rejection. It works by lowering your body's immune system activity.Trade Names for Mycophenolate Mofetil
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