Mycophenolate Tablets Delayed Release
Generic name: mycophenilic acid
Dosage form: tablet, delayed release
Drug class:Selective immunosuppressants
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 21, 2021.
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- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Use In Specific Populations
- Overdosage
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Nonclinical Toxicology
- Clinical Studies
- How Supplied/Storage and Handling
- Patient Counseling Information
- Medication Guide
WARNING: EMBRYOFETAL TOXICITY, MALIGNANCIES, AND SERIOUS INFECTIONS
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- Use during pregnancy is associated with increased risks of pregnancy loss and congenital malformations. Females of reproductive potential must be counseled regarding pregnancy prevention and planning [seeWarnings and Precautions (5.1), Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.6)].
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- Increased risk of development of lymphoma and other malignancies, particularly of the skin, due to immunosuppression [seeWarnings and Precautions (5.4)].
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- Increased susceptibility to bacterial, viral, fungal, and protozoal infections, including opportunistic infections [seeWarnings and Precautions (5.5, 5.6)].
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- Only physicians experienced in immunosuppressive therapy and management of organ transplant patients should prescribe mycophenolic acid delayed-release tablets. Patients receiving mycophenolic acid delayed-release tablets should be managed in facilities equipped and staffed with adequate laboratory and supportive medical resources. The physician responsible for maintenance therapy should have complete information requisite for the follow-up of the patien...
