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Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

by Roche Products India Pvt Ltd

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Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

Introduction to Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

Cellcept 250mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called immunosuppressants. It is used with other medicines to prevent your body from rejecting an organ (such as a kidney, heart, or liver) after a transplant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune system so that it does not attack the new organ.

The amount of Cellcept 250mg Capsule you take and how often you take it depends on the type of transplant you have. Follow your doctor’s instructions on this. You should take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Swallow it as a whole, do not crush, chew, or break it. Take the medicine regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it even when you feel well. The treatment will continue for as long as you need it to prevent rejection.

You may catch more infections than usual as medicine suppresses the immune system. There is also an increased risk of developing some cancers for this reason. To reduce your risk of skin cancer, limit your exposure to the sun and use sunscreen. There is a long list of potential side effects of this medicine. You should ask your doctor about them and what signs to look out for because some of them can be serious and need urgent medical attention.

You will have regular tests to check for any changes in the number of your blood cells and the amount of sugar and cholesterol in your blood.

Safety Advice for Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

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Consuming alcohol with Cellcept 250mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

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Cellcept 250mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Cellcept 250mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

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Cellcept 250mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Cellcept 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cellcept 250mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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There is limited information available on the use of Cellcept 250mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

How Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s works

Cellcept 250mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant. It reduces the action of bodys own defence system (the immune system) and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ.

How To Use Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cellcept 250mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

  • It lowers your immune response and reduces the chance of your body attacking the transplanted organ.

Side Effects Of Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Headache
  • High blood pressure

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FAQ's on Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

Is Cellcept a steroid or chemotherapy medicine? Can it cause hair loss?

Cellcept is neither a steroid nor a chemotherapy medicine. It is an immunosuppressant which means that it acts on your immune system to suppress or weaken it so that your body does not reject the donated organ of another person. Hair loss is a common side effect of Cellcept.

What precautions should a male follow while taking Cellcept?

It is recommended that either the man or her partner should use reliable contraception during treatment and for 90 days after the treatment. Men should not donate semen during the therapy or for 90 days following discontinuation of Cellcept.

My doctor has asked me to stay away from a person who has chicken pox or shingles. Why?

Cellcept is an immunosuppressant, which means that it decreases the activity of the immune system. Since your immune system is already weak, if you come in contact with a patient of chicken pox or shingles, you may develop it too. This is the reason that your doctor has advised you to be cautious. Therefore, follow your doctor’s advice and contact your doctor immediately if you get chicken pox or shingles as you may require special treatment.

Why has my doctor given me Cellcept after I have had a kidney transplant?

Cellcept is an immunosuppressant. Cellcept has been prescribed to you to help your body accept the donor kidney. It does so by working on the cells of your immune system, which fight with any foreign substance and reject its presence. This helps in making the transplanted organ more acceptable to your body.

Do I need any special tests while taking Cellcept?

Since Cellcept can affect blood count and affect the kidneys and liver, your doctor will ask you to have a blood test before you start the treatment. Once the treatment starts, your doctor will suggest you to take regular blood tests to check for any changes in the blood. These blood tests will help monitor your response to the medicine and the development of any side effects.

What precautions should a female follow while taking Cellcept?

Do not take Cellcept if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. There is a high risk of miscarriage (loss of the pregnancy) during the first 3 months of pregnancy. It may even cause birth defects (problems that are present at birth) in the newborn. Therefore, it is advised that you should use two acceptable forms of birth control together for 4 weeks before you start taking Cellcept, during the treatment and for 6 weeks after you stop taking Cellcept. It is important to use a second form of birth control along with birth control pills as Cellcept may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills.Your doctor will suggest the two birth control methods which suit you the best.

How long does Cellcept take to start working?

Cellcept does not start working immediately and may take about 8 to 12 weeks before you see any benefits. To ensure that your condition does not reappear, you may have to keep taking the medicine for several years.

Can Cellcept cause cancer?

Cellcept may increase your chances of certain cancers like skin cancer and lymphoma (cancer of the lymph system). When outside, avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight, wear protective clothing, and apply sunscreen. Call your doctor if you experience a new skin sore or bump, a change in the size or color of a mole, a brown or black skin lesion (sore) with uneven edges or a sore whose one part does not look like the other, skin changes, sores that do not heal. Also, inform the doctor if you experience unexplained fever, tiredness that does not go away, weight loss, or pain or swelling in the neck, groin, or armpits.

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Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

by Roche Products India Pvt Ltd

₹416₹375

10% off
Cellcept 250mg Capsule 10s

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