MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET contains ‘mycophenolic acid’, an immunosuppressant that helps stop your body from rejecting a new organ by suppressing your immune system. After an organ transplant, your body will try to attack the new organ as it sees it as a foreign organism. MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET is used along with other medicines containing corticosteroids and ciclosporin. MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET is a gastro-resistant tablet which is a delayed-release tablet.

FAQs

Does MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET increase the chance of infections?

MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET might cause leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells) and may make you more susceptible to infections. Consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding, or bruising.

What should I do if I forget a dose?

If you miss a dose of MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Can the use of MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET cause diarrhea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

How does MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET work?

MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET works by controlling the immune system's response to the transplanted organ and is given along with other medications that suppress the immune system.

Can I take MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET with antacids like medicines?

Some medicines might absorb mycophenolic acid delayed or absorbed fast if taken concomitantly such as antacids containing aluminium or magnesium, colestipol, cholestyramine, or calcium-free phosphate binders. Before taking MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET, speak with your doctor about your ongoing medication list. Your doctor will decide whether they should be taken along with MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET or not.

Can I have vaccinations while on this medication?

The live vaccine may not work well while on treatment with MYCEPT S 180MG TABLET. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without talking to your doctor first. Also, avoid contact with people who recently had immunizations/vaccinations.