Mycophenolate Mofetil

Is the active ingredient.

Prevention of organ rejection in kidney transplant recipients.

Prevention of organ rejection in other solid organ transplants (e.g., heart, liver, lung).

Keycept 250mg Cap (Mycophenolate Mofetil) inhibits inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH), an enzyme crucial for the synthesis of guanine nucleotides. This selective inhibition of purine synthesis disrupts DNA replication and cell proliferation, primarily affecting rapidly dividing cells like lymphocytes, thus suppressing the immune response that could lead to organ rejection.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Discard any unused medication according to your pharmacist's instructions.

Dosage is determined by your doctor and is highly individualized based on your medical condition and other medications you are taking.

It's typically administered orally, either as a tablet or capsule.

Never adjust your dosage without consulting your doctor.

Rare but serious side effects: Bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity (liver damage), lymphoma.

Diarrhea

Nausea and vomiting

Headache

Abdominal pain

Leukopenia (low white blood cell count)

Increased risk of infections

Hypertension

Alcohol Consumption

Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor about alcohol consumption while taking mycophenolate mofetil.



While Driving or operating Machinery

Drowsiness or other neurological side effects are possible. Avoid driving or operating machinery if affected.



Pregnant & Breastfeeding Women

Mycophenolate mofetil is teratogenic (causes birth defects). It's contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Effective contraception is crucial.



Children

Use in children is determined on a case-by-case basis by the physician and is generally only used in cases of transplantation.



Kidney

Renal impairment may require dosage adjustments. Close monitoring of kidney function is essential.



Liver

Hepatotoxicity is a rare but serious side effect. Liver function tests should be monitored.

Your doctor and pharmacist.

The drug's package insert.

Reputable medical websites (e.g., Mayo Clinic, NIH).