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Indications

Myfortic is a medication used to prevent the immune system from rejecting a transplanted kidney or other organ.

Myfortic contains the active ingredient mycophenolic acid and is classified as an immunosuppressant drug.

Myfortic is available in delayed-release tablets of 180 mg and 360 mg and should be prescribed and managed by medical professionals familiar with immunosuppressive therapy for organ transplant patients.

Use and Dosage

Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking mycophenolate each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Doing so may prevent your body from fully absorbing the drug.

Avoid handling or inhaling any dust from the tablets. Avoid direct contact with the skin or eyes. If contact occurs, wash the affected skin area well with soap and water or rinse your eyes with plain water. Consult your pharmacist for details.

Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the tablets.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, it is also based on body size.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking mycophenolate without first talking to your doctor.

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, and sevelamer). Ask your pharmacist for more details.

Do not change brands or forms of mycophenolate unless directed by your doctor.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Mycophenolic acid may cause a serious brain infection that can lead to disability or death. Call your doctor right away if you have problems with speech, thought, vision, or muscle movement. These symptoms may start gradually and get worse quickly.

Mycophenolic acid affects your immune system and may increase your risk of cancer or serious infection. Call your doctor right away if you have:

• Fever of 100.5 degrees F or higher, swollen glands, painful mouth sores, cold or flu symptoms, headache, and ear pain
• Stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or weight loss
• Weakness on one side of your body or loss of muscle control
• Confusion, thinking problems, or loss of interest in things that normally interest you
• Pain or burning when you urinate
• Dark urine or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Pain or tenderness around the transplanted kidney
• Tingly or painful blistering rash on one side of your body
• Swelling, warmth, redness, or oozing around a skin wound
• A new skin lesion, or a mole that has changed in size or color

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• Bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood, or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• Low blood cell counts–fever, chills, tiredness, flu-like symptoms, mouth sores, skin sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet, or feeling light-headed or short of breath

Common side effects of mycophenolic acid may include:

• Upset stomach, nausea, or vomiting
• Diarrhea, constipation
• Low blood cell counts or infections
• Sleep problems (insomnia)
• Painful urination
• Pain after surgery

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before taking mycophenolate sodium, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to mycophenolic acid; or to mycophenolate mofetil; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: cancer, liver disease (such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C), current/past infections (such as herpes, shingles), stomach/intestinal problems (such as ulcers), rare genetic disorders (such as Lesch-Nyhan or Kelley-Seegmiller syndromes).

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Mycophenolate can make you more likely to get infections or may make current infections worse. Stay away from anyone who has an infection that may easily spread (such as chickenpox, COVID-19, measles, or flu). Talk to your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.

Tell your healthcare professional that you are using mycophenolate sodium before having any immunizations/vaccinations. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as a flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).

To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Do not donate blood while using mycophenolate and for 6 weeks after stopping this drug. Do not donate sperm while using mycophenolate and for 90 days after stopping this drug.

Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the tablets.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Your doctor may order a pregnancy test before starting this medication, after 8 to 10 days of treatment, and during routine follow-up visits. You should not become pregnant while using mycophenolate. Mycophenolate may harm an unborn baby. Women of childbearing age should ask about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 6 weeks after the last dose. Men with female partners of childbearing age should use reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 3 months after the last dose. If you or your partner becomes pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breastfeeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Myfortic is available in the following form and strengths:

• Myfortic Delayed Release Tablet:
  • 180 mg
  • 360 mg
• Mycophenolic Acid Tablet:
  • 360 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

What should I avoid while taking mycophenolic acid?

Avoid taking antacids together with mycophenolic acid.

Mycophenolic acid can make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Resources:

1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/050791s007lbl.pdf
2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/mycophenolic-acid.html#side-effects
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4165163/
4. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-78665/myfortic-oral/details