mycophenolate mofetil - oral, Cellcept

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GENERIC NAME: MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL - ORAL (my-coh-FEN-oh-late MOW-fet-ill)

BRAND NAME(S): Cellcept

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WARNING: Mycophenolate decreases the body's ability to protect against illness and infection, and may also increase your risk of developing lymph node tumors (lymphoma) and other types of tumors. Therefore, this medication must only be given under close medical supervision. Discuss the risks of taking mycophenolate with your doctor.

Notify your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection (such as persistent sore throat or fever) or other symptoms such as weight loss, night sweats, enlarged lymph nodes, or skin growths.

Women of childbearing age must use two reliable forms of birth control when using mycophenolate, since it may harm an unborn baby. (See also Precautions).

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