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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Ipca MMF Tablet is used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ, such as a kidney, heart, or liver. It contains Mycophenolate mofetil, which suppresses the immune system, allowing the transplanted graft to avoid rejection. This medicine may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, vomiting, decreased white blood cell and red blood cell count, and infections. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Ipca MMF Tablet

Ipca MMF 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.

Ipca MMF Tablet contains ‘Mycophenolate mofetil’, which works by suppressing the immune system, allowing the transplanted graft to avoid rejection.

The common side effects of Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF Tablet

Ipca MMF Tablet is used in the prevention of organ transplant rejection. The detailed uses of Ipca MMF Tablet are as follows:

  • Prevention of Organ Rejection: Ipca MMF 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

  • Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Ipca MMF 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.
  • Ipca MMF 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.
  • Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF Tablet Works

Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF Tablet
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Boost your immunity by including immune rich foods in your diet and always remember to stay hydrated.
  • Get sufficient sleep and manage stress which helps in improving white blood cell count.
  • Consult your doctor for an effective treatment to improve the blood cell count and get regular body check up to monitor changes in the count.
  • Try to prevent the factors that cause a decrease in white blood cells which may lead to impaired immunity.
  • Stay hydrated to support kidney and bladder health.
  • Rest on your back as advised by your doctor.
  • Limit physical strain for 1-2 weeks.
  • Avoid strenuous activities like running and contact sports.
  • Quit smoking to improve overall health.
  • Use pain medication responsibly.
  • Avoid foods that can irritate the urinary track, such as spicy or acidic foods.
  • Remember to consult your doctor for personalized advice and guidance on managing your symptoms and developing a treatment plan.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ipca MMF Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
  • Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF 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 Ipca MMF Tablet increases the risk of skin cancer.
  • Do not donate blood while taking Ipca MMF 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.

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Mycophenolate MofetilClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Combining Clozapine and Ipca MMF Tablet can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clozapine and Ipca MMF Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, or muscle aches, it's important to contact your doctor right away. They may be able to recommend other options for you that won't cause any problems. Don't worry, there are solutions available to help you feel better. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilLevonorgestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Taking Levonorgestrel with Ipca MMF Tablet can decrease the levels of Levonorgestrel in the body. This increases the risk of severe bleeding and unintended pregnancy.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Levonorgestrel together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Contact a doctor if you experience worsening of your symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or abnormal bleeding. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilEtanercept
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How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Using etanercept together with Ipca MMF Tablet may increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Etanercept together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. 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 right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Using fingolimod together with Ipca MMF Tablet may increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Certolizumab together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. 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 call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilCholestyramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Co-administration of cholestyramine and Ipca MMF Tablet may interfere with the action of Ipca MMF Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking cholestyramine and Ipca MMF Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilDeferiprone
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How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Combining Deferiprone and Ipca MMF Tablet can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Deferiprone together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. 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 call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilMedicinal charcoal
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How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Medicinal charcoal may decrease the blood levels of Ipca MMF Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Medicinal charcoal with Ipca MMF Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual symptoms, you should consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Combining Infliximab and Ipca MMF Tablet can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Infliximab together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. 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 call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Combining Ipca MMF Tablet and Colesevelam may interfere with the absorption of Ipca MMF Tablet. This can increase the risk of developing a serious infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Colesevelam together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience Nausea or vomiting, headache, drowsiness, dry mouth, fainting, fast, slow, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse, fever or chills call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Mycophenolate MofetilDrospirenone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ipca MMF Tablet:
Combining Drospirenone and Ipca MMF Tablet can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ipca MMF Tablet and Drospirenone together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. 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 call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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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 Ipca MMF Tablet may worsen the condition by increasing the risk of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Ipca MMF Tablet 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

Ipca MMF Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, as it may be excreted in the breast milk. However, your doctor may prescribe Ipca MMF Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Ipca MMF Tablet may moderately affect your ability to drive. If you experience drowsiness, confusion, or numbness after taking Ipca MMF Tablet , consult your doctor for advice, and avoid driving or operating machinery until you feel well again.

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Liver

Caution

Ipca MMF Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Kidney

Caution

Ipca MMF Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Ipca MMF Tablet should be used with caution in children below 12 years of age. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Ipca MMF Tablet in heart patients.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Ipca MMF 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

Ipca MMF Tablet is used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ such as a kidney, heart‚ or liver.

Ipca MMF Tablet 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.

Ipca MMF Tablet can suppress the immune system and can increase the risk of skin cancer. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Also, wear protective clothing that covers your head, neck, arms, and legs, and use a sunscreen lotion with a high SPF (sun protection factor).

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

It is not advised to get pregnant while using Ipca MMF Tablet , 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 Ipca MMF Tablet , even when men are taking Ipca MMF Tablet .

Ipca MMF Tablet is given to stop rejection of the transplanted organ. If you abruptly stop taking this drug, it might result in rejection of the transplanted organ. So, check with your doctor if you want to stop using Ipca MMF Tablet .

Ipca MMF Tablet may increase the risk of skin cancer as it reduces the body’s defences. Limit the amount of sunlight and UV light, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen with high SPF.

Your doctor has prescribed Ipca MMF Tablet to suppress your immune system and prevent rejection of the transplanted kidney.

Ipca MMF Tablet is not a steroid or chemotherapy medicine. It is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant.

The doctor may recommend regular blood tests to check for signs of infection and blood count. Women of childbearing potential must provide a negative pregnancy test before the start of treatment.

As Ipca MMF Tablet reduces the body’s defences, you may be at a higher risk of developing infections. Therefore, your doctor has advised you to avoid contact with a person who has chickenpox or shingles.

Ipca MMF Tablet causes a high frequency of miscarriage and birth defects. Therefore, before the start of treatment, women of childbearing potential must provide a negative pregnancy test. Also, women who can become pregnant should use effective contraception during treatment and for 6 months after stopping Ipca MMF Tablet . Two forms of contraception are preferable as this will reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy. Contact the doctor about the effective methods of contraception.

As a precaution, the male or his female partner must use reliable contraception during treatment and for 90 days after stopping Ipca MMF Tablet .

The common side effects of Ipca MMF Tablet are diarrhoea, vomiting, decreased white blood cell and red blood cell count, and infections. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, consult your doctor right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 Ab, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Other Info - IPC0004

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