Mycophenolate — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept)
Drug Class: Immunosuppressant
Immunosuppressive medication used to prevent organ transplant rejection and treat autoimmune conditions including lupus nephritis. Inhibits purine synthesis in immune cells.
Nutrients That Mycophenolate May Deplete
Long-term use of Mycophenolate is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin E
- Beta-carotene
- Iron
- Zinc
Common Side Effects of Mycophenolate
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Increased infection risk
- Low white blood cells
- Anemia
- Increased cancer risk (long-term)
Key Drug Interactions — Mycophenolate
Mycophenolate has 10 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Antacids (aluminum/magnesium)
- PPIs
- Cholestyramine
- Rifampin
- Acyclovir
- Ganciclovir
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mycophenolate deplete nutrients?
Yes. Mycophenolate has been associated with depletion of Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Beta-carotene, Iron, Zinc based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Mycophenolate deplete?
Mycophenolate is associated with lower levels of: Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Beta-carotene, Iron, Zinc. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Mycophenolate?
Common side effects associated with Mycophenolate include: Diarrhea; Nausea; Vomiting; Abdominal pain; Increased infection risk.