BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET
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Composition :
MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL-500MG
Manufacturer/Marketer :
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd
Consume Type :
ORAL
Return Policy :
Not Returnable
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NPPA :
Regulated
About BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET 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.
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET contains ‘Mycophenolate mofetil’, which works by suppressing the immune system, allowing the transplanted graft to avoid rejection.
The common side effects of BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET are diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
Do not take BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Avoid donating blood or sperm without informing your doctor. Please do not take any vaccinations as they may be less effective.
Uses of BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET is used in the prevention of organ transplant rejection. The detailed uses of BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET are as follows:
- Prevention of Organ Rejection: BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET is used along with other immunosuppressants (such as corticosteroids and cyclosporine) to prevent the body from rejecting transplanted organs like the kidney, heart, or liver.
- Steroid-Sparing Agent: In some cases, Mycophenolate is used in combination with or as an alternative to corticosteroids to reduce the long-term side effects of steroid treatment in autoimmune conditions.
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Directions for Use
- BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour or 2 hours after a meal or as directed by the doctor.
- It is usually taken twice daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, break it.
Medicinal Benefits
- BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET contains Mycophenolate mofetil, an immunosuppressant used primarily in organ transplant recipients.
- It helps the body accept transplanted organs (like the kidney, heart, or liver) by suppressing immune responses.
- BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET inhibits the function of white blood cells (T and B lymphocytes), which are responsible for attacking transplanted organs.
- It enhances the long-term success of organ transplantation.
- BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET is often used along with other immunosuppressants like tacrolimus or cyclosporine for optimal effect.
- Preferred over long-term use of corticosteroids due to fewer chronic side effects.
How BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET Works
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET contains Mycophenolate mofetil, which works by suppressing the immune system, allowing the transplanted graft to avoid rejection.
Storage
• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Baxmune 500mg Tablet
- Drink more fluids as dehydration can decrease blood flow to kidneys and increase BUN levels.
- Eat less protein and stop protein supplements as high protein diet may increase BUN levels.
- Severe cases may require kidney transplant or dialysis.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
- Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
- Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
- Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
- Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
- Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
- Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
- To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
- Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
- Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
- Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
- Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
- If you observe any new and unusual marks on your skin, discontine the drug and reach out to your doctor for advice.
- If the cancer is in the early stage, your doctor may surgically remove the tumour.
- Radiation, cancer medications, or targeted treatments may be recommended based on the severity of the cancer.
- Consult a dietitian to make sure you are eating the right food and getting enough nutrition during cancer treatment.
- Eat your meals in small amounts with a gap of 2-3 hours.
- Do light physical activities to relieve tiredness and improve your overall well-being.
What if I have taken an overdose of BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET, as it may cause an overdose. Symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, heartburn, fever, chills, or sore throat. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
Drug Warnings
- Do not take BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET must not be taken by women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant, as it may cause miscarriage or birth defects.
- Inform your doctor before taking BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET 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, or 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 BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET increases the risk of skin cancer.
- Do not donate blood while taking BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET and for at least 60 days after discontinuing the therapy.
- Call your doctor right away if you think you or your partner is pregnant or if you miss a menstrual period.
- Please do not take any vaccinations (live vaccines) as they will not be very effective.
Drug-Drug Interactions
Mycophenolic acidColestipol
Critical
Mycophenolic acidNafcillin
Severe
Drug-Drug Interactions
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Mycophenolic acidColestipol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Colestipol with Baxmune 500mg Tablet can reduce its absorption and action in the body. This can lead to low treatment results.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Baxmune 500mg Tablet with Colestipol is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it.
Coadministration of Colestipol with Baxmune 500mg Tablet can reduce its absorption and action in the body. This can lead to low treatment results.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Baxmune 500mg Tablet with Colestipol is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it.
Mycophenolic acidNafcillin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Combine use of Nafcillin and Baxmune 500mg Tablet may reduce the blood levels and effects of Baxmune 500mg Tablet.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Nafcillin, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, 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.
Combine use of Nafcillin and Baxmune 500mg Tablet may reduce the blood levels and effects of Baxmune 500mg Tablet.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Nafcillin, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, 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.
Mycophenolic acidNorethandrolone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Norethindrone with Baxmune 500mg Tablet may decrease the serum concentration of Norethandrolone.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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.
Coadministration of Norethindrone with Baxmune 500mg Tablet may decrease the serum concentration of Norethandrolone.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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.
Mycophenolic acidGolimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Taking Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Golimumab can lead to or increase the risk or severity of developing serious infections.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Golimumab, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Taking Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Golimumab can lead to or increase the risk or severity of developing serious infections.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Golimumab, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Mycophenolic acidEtonogestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Combine use of Etonogestrel with Baxmune 500mg Tablet may decrease the serum concentration of Etonogestrel.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Etonogestrel, 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.
Combine use of Etonogestrel with Baxmune 500mg Tablet may decrease the serum concentration of Etonogestrel.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Etonogestrel, 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 Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
A combined use of Levonorgestrel with Baxmune 500mg Tablet may reduce the blood levels and effects of levonorgestrel, which may make it less reliable as a form of birth control, Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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 Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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.
A combined use of Levonorgestrel with Baxmune 500mg Tablet may reduce the blood levels and effects of levonorgestrel, which may make it less reliable as a form of birth control, Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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 Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Combine use of Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Etanercept can increase the effect of Etanercept.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Etanercept, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Combine use of Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Etanercept can increase the effect of Etanercept.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Etanercept, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Norethisterone and Baxmune 500mg Tablet can decrease the levels and effects of Norethisterone.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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.
Coadministration of Norethisterone and Baxmune 500mg Tablet can decrease the levels and effects of Norethisterone.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet 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 Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Medicinal charcoal may decrease the levels and effects of Baxmune 500mg Tablet.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and charcoal, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Coadministration of Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Medicinal charcoal may decrease the levels and effects of Baxmune 500mg Tablet.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and charcoal, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Baxmune 500mg Tablet:
Combined use of Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Infliximab can increase the risk or severity of developing serious infections.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Infliximab, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Combined use of Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Infliximab can increase the risk or severity of developing serious infections.
How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Baxmune 500mg Tablet and Infliximab, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Drug-Food Interactions
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat a well-balanced and healthy diet as it helps you to recover quickly. A dietitian will help you create a personalised diet plan tailored to your specific health condition.
- Avoid eating raw or undercooked food.
- Protect yourself from exposure to sunlight and soil. Wear a long-sleeved shirt, a hat, long pants, and closed-toe shoes when going outdoors. Also, wear sunscreen with high SPF.
- Stay away from people who are sick.
- Limit alcohol consumption and quit smoking.
- Discuss your travel plans with your doctor at least two months in advance, especially if you plan to travel, especially to developing countries.
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Alcohol
Caution
Consuming alcohol while taking BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET may worsen the condition by increasing the risk of side effects.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET is a pregnancy category D drug. It causes birth defects in the fetus. So, it is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, as it may be excreted in the breast milk. However, your doctor may prescribe BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Caution
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET may moderately affect your ability to drive. If you experience drowsiness, confusion, or numbness after taking BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET, consult your doctor for advice, and avoid driving or operating machinery until you feel well again.
Liver
Caution
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.
Kidney
Caution
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.
Children
Caution
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in children below 12 years of age. Dose adjustments may be necessary.
Heart
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET in heart patients.
Geriatrics
Caution
BAXMUNE 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients, as they may be at an increased risk of adverse reactions compared with younger individuals.
FAQs
Country of origin
India
Manufacturer/Marketer address
SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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