Mycofit 500mg
| SKU | 1344 |
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| Generic For | Mycophenolate Mofetil |
| Strength | 500mg |
| Manufacturer | Intas Pharma |
| Active Ingredient | Mycophenolate Mofetil |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 30 Capusles | US$ 1.21 | US$ 36.3672%US$ 129.86 | |||
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| 60 Capusles | US$ 1.21 | US$ 72.7272%US$ 259.73 | |||
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| 90 Capusles | US$ 1.21 | US$ 109.0872%US$ 389.59 | |||
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Mycofit 500mg comprises of the active ingredient Mycophenolate mofetil, which is a relatively new immunosuppressive medication clinically approved for use in patients with certain organ transplant to prevent organ rejection. It is available in the form of capsules for oral administration. The Mycofit 500mg is prescribed to adult patients those who are receiving kidney transplants and in pediatric patients of 5 years of age. It acts by reducing the production of antibodies by damping down the activity of the body’s defense system. This helps signals getting from the nerves to the muscles, and in turn, muscle strength improves. The health care specialist may also give this medicine to children above five years of age and who are at least six months post kidney transplant. The pharmaceutical product has not yet been proven to treat myasthenia gravis.
What is Mycofit 500mg used for?
The medicine is for prevention of the rejection of liver, kidney, and cardiac transplantation. Your health care specialist may give you in combination with corticosteroids and cyclosporine.
What medications interact with Mycofit 500mg ?
Your immunosuppressant can interact with other medicines. You must tell your health care specialist about all the medicines that you are taking during the time of Mycofit.
- Aluminium
- magnesium antacids
- azathioprine
- ganciclovir
- acyclovir
- esomeprazole
- pantoprazole
- lansoprazole
- omeprazole
- rabeprazole
- dexlansoprazole
- other contraceptive methods
- live virus vaccines
- Clavulanic acid
- Ciprofloxacin
- Amoxicillin
When should Mycofit 500mg not be used?
- Do not take medicine if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients in the preparation.
- The use of the medicine in lactating mothers may increase the risk of abnormalities or spontaneous absorption. Therefore, must discuss with their health care specialist before starting the treatment.
Exercise caution while taking Mycofit 500mg in the following conditions:
- Severe renal disorders
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Geriatrics
- Pediatric patients
- Pregnant women
What are the side effects of Mycofit 500mg?
You may develop the following side effects with your treatment:
- rashes
- hypotension
- edema
- tachycardia
- hypertension
- hypokalemia
- hypercholesterolemia
- hypocalcemia
- hyperglycemia
- hyperkalemia
- hypomagnesemia
- renal impairment
- dyspnea
- cough
- dizziness
- anxiety
- tremor
- insomnia
- headache
- paresthesia.
- anemia
- leukopenia
- pure red cell aplasia
- leukocytosis
- thrombocytopenia
- infection
- fever
- malignancy
How should Mycofit 500mg be used?
The medicine is taken by mouth as a capsule. Prefer taking it in the evening or at meal time to avoid nausea. Your health care specialist will always start your treatment with the lowest dose, and then he/she may increase your dose depending on your condition.
For Renal transplantation: The suggested dose for adults is 720 mg two times daily and to treat children between 5 to 16 years of age, 400 to 450mg/m2 two times daily is the preferred dosage. A patient should not take more than 720 mg twice daily.
How long Mycofit 500mg should be used?
Treatment may be continued indefinitely as long as it is effective and as long as no unwanted effects develop. Your health care specialist will tell you how long you need to take this medicine. Follow his/her instructions if you want to get the most out of it.
Missed dose of Mycofit
If you missed a dose of Mycofit 500mg, take it as soon you remember and go back to your regular dosing regime. If the time to take the next dose is close enough, leave the missed dose and take the next dose on time. Avoid compensating by taking two doses at the same time.
How should Mycofit 500mg be stored?
Keep the capsules in its original packet to protect from light. Store it at controlled room temperature. Place it at a place where children cannot reach.
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