Mycophenolate (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 has been associated with lower levels of the following nutrients. This pattern data is surfaced by WePattern's 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)