Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet 10's
₹682.4*
MRP ₹775.5
12% off
(Inclusive of all Taxes)
GetFREE deliveryon this order with circle membership
Provide Delivery Location
Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet is used to prevent organ rejection after a kidney transplant. Usually, organ rejection occurs when our immune system treats the newly transplanted organ as an invader and attacks it.
Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet contains ‘mycophenolic acid’ that works by stopping your body from rejecting a new organ by suppressing your immune system. After an organ transplant, your body will try to attack the new organ as it sees it as foreign. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet is used along with other medicines containing corticosteroids and ciclosporin.
You are advised to take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, cough, muscle pain, low blood pressure, fever, and respiratory infections. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. To avoid recurring symptoms, do not stop it midway. Do not take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet may make you more susceptible to infections; consult your doctor if you develop any signs of severe conditions such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding, or bruising. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight, wear protective clothing, and use protective sunscreen with a high protection factor while using Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet . While taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet , do not contact anyone who has shingles, chickenpox, or measles. If you accidentally come in contact with any person who has them, please inform your doctor immediately, as special treatment is required if you have not had these illnesses. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests and kidney and liver tests to monitor your condition. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medicines to rule out any unpleasant side effects. Do not take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet if you are not using effective contraception.
Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet contains ‘mycophenolic acid’, an immunosuppressant that helps stop your body from rejecting a new organ by suppressing your immune system. After an organ transplant, your body will try to attack the new organ as it sees it as a foreign organism. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet is used along with other medicines containing corticosteroids and ciclosporin. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet is a gastro-resistant tablet that is delayed-release.
Do not take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to any immunosuppressant medicines or mycophenolic acid. Let your doctor know before using Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet if you have liver or kidney problems, serious digestive problems, cancer, liver disease (such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C), current/past infections, rare genetic disorders (such as Lesch-Nyhan or Kelley-Seegmiller syndromes). Do not take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet is a Pregnancy category risk D medicines which can cause serious congenital disabilities to the unborn baby. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Pregnant women should use reliable forms of birth control while on treatment and 6 weeks after stopping treatment with Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet . While taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet , do not contact anyone who has shingles, chickenpox, or measles. If you accidentally come in contact with any person having them, please inform your doctor immediately as it requires special treatment if you have not had these illnesses. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet causes dizziness and drowsiness, so drive with caution. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests, kidney and liver tests to monitor your condition. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight, wear protective clothing, and use protective sunscreen with a high protection factor while using Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet .
Drug-Drug Interactions: Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet may have interaction with other immunosuppressant medicines (tacrolimus), medicines used to treat high blood cholesterol levels (cholestyramine), activated charcoal used to treat digestive problems, antacids containing magnesium and aluminium, and medicines used to treat viral infections (aciclovir or ganciclovir).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet as it may increase dizziness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet may cause interactions with disease conditions such as cancer, liver disease (such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C), current/past infections, serious digestive problems, rare genetic disorders (such as Lesch-Nyhan or Kelley-Seegmiller syndromes).
Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.
Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.
Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
Follow heat or cold therapy, apply a cold or hot compress on the joints for 15-20minutes regularly.
De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath, or listen to soothing music.
Acupuncture, massage, and physical therapy may also be helpful.
Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes, and green tea.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
Use sunscreen while taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet , as it can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and may cause skin cancer.
Do not donate blood while using this medication and for 6 weeks after stopping it. Do not donate sperm while using this medication and for 90 days after stopping it.
Kidney transplant rejection: When you get a new kidney transplanted to your body, your body recognizes it as a foreign element and tries to attack, and reject it because it is not originally part of your body. So, immunosuppressant drugs like mycophenolic acid are given to such patients to suppress their immune system to attack newly transplanted kidneys. The ultimate goal is to adjust immunosuppressants to prevent rejection and minimise any drugs' side effects.
Alcohol
Caution
You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet . It could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet may cause birth defects and miscarriage if taken during pregnancy. Follow contraception advice given by your doctor if you are a woman who could become pregnant. Also, undergo a pregnancy test before starting treatment with Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet .
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
It is not recommended to take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet while you are breastfeeding. Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet passes into breast milk.
Driving
Caution
Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Liver
Caution
Take Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet only after the doctor's prescription, especially if you have liver diseases/conditions as your doctor may adjust the dose as required.
Kidney
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment before taking Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet as your doctor may adjust the dose as required.
Children
Unsafe
Ceptimmun 500mg Tablet should not be used by children and adolescents aged below 18 years of age, as the efficacy and safety have not been established.
Country of origin
Manufacturer/Marketer address
Product Substitutes