How long should you take mycophenolate?
Mycophenolate does not work immediately it can take up to 8 – 12 weeks before you have any benefit. It is important to continue treatment during this time. Mycophenolate cannot cure the condition and you may need to take it for several years to keep your relapses under control.
Does mycophenolate cause weight gain?
Weight gain wasn’t a side effect reported in clinical studies of CellCept. However, swelling in the ankles, feet, or legs can occur with this drug. This extra fluid in your body can make it seem like you’ve gained weight. Weight gain is also a possible symptom of organ rejection.
Does mycophenolate mofetil have side effects?
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusual tiredness, fast/irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, easy bleeding/bruising, swelling of the feet or ankles, mental/mood changes, weakness on one side of the body, unusual change in the amount of urine.
Can mycophenolate make you tired?
you should know that mycophenolate may make you drowsy, confused, dizzy, lightheaded, or cause uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body.
Can I drink alcohol with mycophenolate?
It is safe to drink alcohol in moderation whilst taking mycophenolate, but it may make nausea worse. You should avoid having live vaccines but most travel vaccinations are OK. The flu vaccine and pneumovax are safe.
What should you not take with mycophenolate?
Certain products may make it harder for your body to absorb mycophenolate if they are taken at the same time. Do not take this medication at the same time as antacids containing aluminum and/or magnesium, cholestyramine, colestipol, or calcium-free phosphate binders (such as aluminum products, lanthanum, sevelamer).
When is the best time to take mycophenolate?
It is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals, unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Mycophenolate capsules and tablets should be swallowed whole. Do not break, crush, open, or chew them. It is important that you handle this medicine with care.
Which food item would be most important to avoid while taking immunosuppressants?
Avoid unpasteurized beverages, such as fruit juice, milk and raw milk yogurt. Avoid salad bars and buffets. Refrigerate pate, cold hot dog or deli meat (including dry-cured salami and deli prepared salads containing these items), eggs or seafood. Consume only pasteurized milk, yogurt, cheese and other dairy products.