Drug reference
mycophenolate mofetil
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Drug class
Miscellaneous (Immunosuppressants)
Mechanism of action
Inhibits T- and B-cell proliferation, as well as antibody production. Acts as noncompetitive, selective, and reversible inhibitor of inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH)
Common side effects
- Leukopenia
- Dyspnea
- Back pain
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypomagnesemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Increased blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
Known interactions (2)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is mycophenolate mofetil?
mycophenolate mofetil belongs to: Miscellaneous.
How does mycophenolate mofetil work?
Inhibits T- and B-cell proliferation, as well as antibody production. Acts as noncompetitive, selective, and reversible inhibitor of inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH)
What are the common side effects of mycophenolate mofetil?
Leukopenia, Dyspnea, Back pain, Hyperglycemia, Hypomagnesemia, Hypercholesterolemia, Increased blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
Which drugs interact with mycophenolate mofetil?
cholestyramine, hepatitis a vaccine inactivated
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