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Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Bayer AG, Müllerstr. 178, 13353 Berlin
Other Info - CEL0022

FAQs

Cellcept 250mg Capsule belongs to the group of medications called ‘immunosuppressants’. It works by weakening the immune system by inhibiting the production of cells or antibodies that attack foreign cells. This effect helps in stopping the immune system from targeting and rejecting the transplanted organ.

Cellcept 250mg Capsule can suppress the immune system and can increase the risk of skin cancer. So, you should avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Also, wear protective clothing covering your head, neck, arms and legs, and use a sunscreen lotion with a high SPF (sun protection factor).

Cellcept 250mg Capsule can suppress the immune system. So, you should not donate blood while using Cellcept 250mg Capsule and at least 60 days after stopping treatment as it makes you more prone to infections. Besides, men should not donate sperm while using Cellcept 250mg Capsule for at least 90 days after stopping the treatment.

It is not advised to get pregnant while using Cellcept 250mg Capsule as it may cause birth defects/congenital disabilities in the unborn baby. So, it would help if you took an effective and reliable contraceptive while using Cellcept 250mg Capsule , even when men are taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule .

Cellcept 250mg Capsule is given to stop rejection of the transplanted organ. If you abruptly stop taking this drug, it might result in rejecting the transplanted organ. So, check with your doctor if you want to stop using Cellcept 250mg Capsule .

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Alcohol

Caution

Consumption of alcohol may worsen the condition by increasing the risk of side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Cellcept 250mg Capsule is a pregnancy category D drug. It causes birth defects in the fetus. So, it is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Cellcept 250mg Capsule is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may be excreted in the breast milk. However, your doctor may prescribe Cellcept 250mg Capsule if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Cellcept 250mg Capsule may not affect your ability to drive. However, ask your doctor's advice, whether it is safe to drive based on your health conditions.

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Liver

Caution

Cellcept 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Kidney

Caution

Cellcept 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Cellcept 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in children below 12 years of age. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

About Cellcept 250mg Capsule

Cellcept 250mg Capsule belongs to a class of medications called ‘immunosuppressants’ used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ such as a kidney, heart or liver. Transplant rejection occurs when the recipient’s immune system identifies the transplanted organ as a ‘foreign object’ and attacks it. If it is not treated promptly, it may cause irreversible damage.

Cellcept 250mg Capsule contains ‘Mycophenolate mofetil’ used in the treatment of organ transplant rejection along with another immunosuppressant and anti-inflammatory agent. It inhibits T and B lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell that attacks foreign cells) and suppresses the production of antibodies (identify and kill foreign cells). These effects suppress the immune system so that the transplanted graft is not rejected.

Take Cellcept 250mg Capsule as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Cellcept 250mg Capsule based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Cellcept 250mg Capsule are diarrhoea, vomiting, decreased white blood cells and red blood cell count and infections. Consult your doctor right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Cellcept 250mg Capsule if you are allergic to ‘mycophenolate mofetil’ or any ingredients present in it. Also, do not take it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or not using effective contraception and breastfeeding. It can cause birth defects/congenital disabilities in the unborn baby, so make sure you take a pregnancy test before using Cellcept 250mg Capsule if you are a woman of childbearing potential. You are advised to use effective contraception while taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule . It can increase the risk of skin cancer, so wear protective clothing and limit exposure to sunlight. It increases the risk of infections as it can suppress the immune system. Do not donate blood or sperm without informing your doctor. Please do not take any vaccinations as it may be less effective.

Uses of Cellcept 250mg Capsule

Prevent organ transplant rejection

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Medicinal Benefits

Cellcept 250mg Capsule contains ‘Mycophenolate mofetil’ which belongs to the class of ‘immunosuppressants’. It is used to prevent organ transplant rejection. It reduces the activity of the immune system by inhibiting the action of white blood cells (responsible for immune reactions) in the body. It is preferred to use over steroids, which have long-term side effects.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Suspension: It is available as a dry powder and mixed with the liquid (mostly boiled and cooled water) up to the mark. Shake the bottle well before each use and take the dose as prescribed.

Side Effects of Cellcept 250mg Capsule

  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Infections
  • Low white blood cell (WBC) count
  • Red blood cell (RBC) count

Drug Warnings

Before taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule , inform your doctor if you have a sign of infection such as a fever or sore throat, have any unexpected bruising or bleeding, have a history of digestive system problems such as a stomach ulcer, are planning to become pregnant, get pregnant while taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule , and have rare hereditary disorders such as Lesch-Nyhan or Kelley-Seegmiller syndrome (conditions caused by a deficiency of the enzyme hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyl-transferase (HGPRT)). Limit your exposure to sunlight as Cellcept 250mg Capsule increases the risk of skin cancer. Do not donate blood while taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule and for at least 60 days after discontinuing the therapy. Men should not donate sperm while taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule for at least 90 days after discontinuing the therapy. Please do not take any vaccinations (live vaccine) as it will not be much effective. The oral suspension contains aspartame (sweetener and a phenylalanine source), so it should be used with caution in patients with phenylketonuria (a birth defect/congenital disability that causes decreased metabolism of phenylalanine).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Colestipol with Cellcept 250mg Capsule can reduce its absorption and action in the body. This can lead to low treatment results.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cellcept 250mg Capsule with Colestipol is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Ethinylestradiol with Cellcept 250mg Capsule may lower the blood levels and effects of Ethinylestradiol, making it less effective as a form of birth control.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Ethinylestradiol, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. However, if you are taking hormone replacement therapy for menopause, and you notice an increase in the frequency or severity of your symptoms, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Ferrous sulfate with Cellcept 250mg Capsule decreases levels of Mycophenolate by reducing its absorption.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Ferrous sulfate, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation sleep problems, fatigue, headache, painful urination, high blood pressure, or swelling of the lower legs, ankles, or feet, joint pain, cough, or shortness of breath consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Cholestyramine may decrease the effectiveness of Cellcept 250mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Cholestyramine, it can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Colesevelam can decrease the levels and effects of Cellcept 250mg Capsule. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Colesevelam, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, pain in the stomach area, low blood cell counts, infections, sleep problems, fatigue, headache, painful urination, high blood pressure, or swelling of the lower legs, ankles, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Dienogest with Cellcept 250mg Capsule may decrease the levels and action of Dienogest.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Dienogest, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Norethisterone and Cellcept 250mg Capsule can decrease the levels and effects of Norethisterone.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Norethisterone, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or abnormal bleeding consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
A combined use of Levonorgestrel with Cellcept 250mg Capsule may reduce the blood levels and effects of levonorgestrel, which may make it less reliable as a form of birth control, Cellcept 250mg Capsule may cause pregnancy loss in the first trimester and also birth defects in the unborn child.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Levonorgestrel, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. However, if you take hormone replacement (Levonorgestrel) for menopause, and if you experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or abnormal bleeding consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Mycophenolic acidNorethandrolone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Norethindrone with Cellcept 250mg Capsule may decrease the serum concentration of Norethandrolone.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Norethandrolone, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or abnormal bleeding consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cellcept 250mg Capsule:
Coadministration of medroxyprogesterone with Cellcept 250mg Capsule may decrease the levels and effects of medroxyprogesterone.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Cellcept 250mg Capsule and Medroxyprogesterone, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or abnormal bleeding consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise you to take regular blood tests to monitor blood cell counts and liver function. In general, the tests are done every 2 to 4 weeks in the initial two months, followed by once every 2 to 3 months.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a well-balanced and healthy diet as it helps you to recover quickly. A dietitian will help you to create a diet plan based on your health condition. 
  • Avoid eating raw or undercooked food. 
  • Protect yourself from exposure to sunlight and soil. Wear a long-sleeve shirt, hat, long pants and shoes while going outdoors. Also, wear sunscreen with high SPF. 
  • Stay away from people who are sick. 
  • Limit alcohol consumption and quit smoking. 
  • Talk with your doctor at least 2 months before leaving, if you plan to travel, especially to developing countries. 

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