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Mycophenolate mofetil + Temocillin

Severity: Minor

Mycophenolate mofetil and Temocillin: minor interaction.

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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.

Summary

Temocillin is a penicillin and could theoretically compete for renal tubular secretion of the mycophenolic acid glucuronide metabolite. Clinical significance is not established, and antibiotics may also reduce mycophenolic acid exposure via gut flora changes.

What this interaction means in plain words

Mycophenolate mofetil and Temocillin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.

Evidence level: Low

Why it happens

Possible competition for renal tubular secretion of mycophenolic acid glucuronide and altered enterohepatic recycling.

What to do

No routine adjustment is needed; monitor clinical response and renal function in patients with impaired kidney function.

What to ask your pharmacist

  • Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
  • Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?

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Frequently asked questions

Can I take Mycophenolate mofetil with Temocillin?

MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Mycophenolate mofetil and Temocillin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Temocillin is a penicillin and could theoretically compete for renal tubular secretion of the mycophenolic acid glucuronide metabolite. Clinical significance is not established, and antibiotics may also reduce mycophenolic acid exposure via gut flora changes.

How serious is the interaction between Mycophenolate mofetil and Temocillin?

MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No routine adjustment is needed; monitor clinical response and renal function in patients with impaired kidney function.

What other medicines interact with Mycophenolate mofetil?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Mycophenolate mofetil with, for example, Adenovirus types 4 and 7 live, Bcg vaccine live, Influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent intranasal. The full list is on the Mycophenolate mofetil page.

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