Mycophenolate Mofetil Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mechanism of action of Mycophenolate Mofetil
A
inhibits purine synthesis
2
Q
What is the MHRA warning for Mycophenolate Mofetil
A
teratogenic
3
Q
What is suggested to men and women taking Mycophenolate Mofetil (for partner too)
A
Women:
1 effective contraception during and 6 weeks after
Man:
effective contraception during and 6 weeks after
4
Q
What should patients report and why when taking Mycophenolate Mofetil
A
- infection
- brusing
- bleeding
due to bone marrow supression
5
Q
When should the dose of Mycophenolate Mofetil be reduced
A
when a patient is suffering from the side effect of…
Pure Red Cell Aplasia
6
Q
What is Pure Red Cell Aplasia
A
bone marrow stops producing red cells
7
Q
Patients taking Mycophenolate Mofetil can suffer from persistant cough, what is that called
A
Bronchiectasis
