Mycophenolic Acid
Myfortic is an immunosuppressant medication used to prevent organ rejection in patients who have received kidney transplants. It is typically used in combination with other immunosuppressive drugs, such as cyclosporine and corticosteroids, to help prevent the body from attacking the transplanted kidney. Regular blood monitoring is required during treatment to ensure proper dosing and to monitor for potential side effects.
Myfortic is an immunosuppressant used with other medications to prevent kidney transplant rejection.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 579570
- Generic
- Myfortic
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Prevention of acute organ rejection in patients who have received kidney transplants, used as part of an immunosuppressive regimen typically combined with cyclosporine and corticosteroids.
Myfortic contains mycophenolic acid, which inhibits the enzyme inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH). This blocks the synthesis of guanosine nucleotides, which are essential for the proliferation of T and B lymphocytes, thereby suppressing the immune response that could attack a transplanted organ.
May increase risk of infections and certain malignancies. Regular blood monitoring is necessary. Contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential harm to the fetus. Should not be stopped without medical advice. Common side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, and leukopenia. Patients should avoid live vaccines while taking this medication.
Official drug label
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