Cellcept Information

Cellcept is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Capsule, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Kidney transplant.

The correct dosage of Cellcept depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cellcept side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cellcept go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Cellcept's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Cellcept's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cellcept are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Cellcept may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cellcept is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Cellcept Benefits & Uses
Cellcept Dosage & How to Take
Cellcept Side Effects
Cellcept Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cellcept with Other Drugs
Cellcept Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cellcept
Cellcept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cellcept Benefits & Uses

Cellcept is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney transplant

Cellcept Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Cellcept Related Warnings

Is the use of Cellcept safe for pregnant women?

Cellcept can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cellcept right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Cellcept safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Cellcept for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cellcept on the Kidneys?

Cellcept can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cellcept on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Cellcept. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Cellcept only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cellcept on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Cellcept on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cellcept with Other Drugs

Cellcept should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Norethindrone

Cholestyramine

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Moderate

Cellcept Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cellcept unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cellcept

Is this Cellcept habit forming or addictive?

Cellcept does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cellcept since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cellcept is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cellcept is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cellcept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cellcept

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cellcept together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cellcept

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cellcept with alcohol.

Unknown