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Transfonex 500mg drug is an immunosuppressive preparation, prepared in the form of film-coated tablets. The drug is used to prevent rejection after organ transplantation.
1. Composition and dosage form of Transfonex 500mg
Transfonex 500mg drug is made in the form of film-coated tablets. Composition of each Transfonex 500mg tablet includes:
500mg Mycophenolate mofetil.. Other excipients just enough, namely: crystalline cellulose, Croscarmellose sodium, polyvidone, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol, titanium dioxide, FD&C mau deN ° 40, FD&C bluish N° 2.
2. Indications to use Transfonex 500mg
Transfonex 500mg is indicated for use in combination with cyclosporin and corticosteroids for the prevention of rejection in organ transplant patients, namely kidney, liver or heart transplantation.3. Contraindications to using Transfonex 500mg
Transfonex 500mg drug is contraindicated for use in the following two specific cases:
Firstly, the user has a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to the drug ingredient (Mycophenolate mofetil). Second, the user is a pregnant or lactating woman.
4. Dosage and how to use Transfonex 500mg
4.1. Instructions for use Dosage will depend on the patient's condition and ability to respond to the drug, from which the doctor will consider and prescribe the appropriate dose for each patient.
Instructions for use of the drug:
Each time you take the pill, take the whole tablet, do not break or crush it. Drink the same glass of water. Take exactly as prescribed. Do not take 2 doses if you miss a previous dose. Do not drink while eating. Using Transfonex 500mg prophylactically in tissue transplant:
Heart tissue transplant: Dosage is 1.5g, divided into 2 uses, used after surgery as soon as possible.
Liver tissue transplant: Dosage is 1.5g, divided into 2 uses, used after surgery as soon as possible.
Renal tissue transplant: Use of prophylactic drugs in liver transplantation will be different in each subject.
For adults: Dosage is 1g, divided into 2 uses, used after surgery as soon as possible. For children and adolescents (2 to 18 years old): Maximum dose of 2g per day, each time using 600mg/m2, 2 times/day. For patients with body surface area from 1.25m2 - 1.5m2: Dosage is 1.5g/day, twice daily, 750mg each time. For patients with a body surface area larger than 1.5m2: The dose is 2g/day, twice daily, 1g each time. Note that it is not indicated for patients with severe renal impairment to take more than 1g per day.
4.2. Overdose In case of overdose, the patient should consult a doctor as soon as possible. In addition, there have been no reports of an overdose of Transfonex 500mg.
5. Undesirable effects of Transfonex 500mg
Some unwanted side effects that may occur when using Transfonex 500mg are:
Diarrhea. Leukopenia. Septicemia . Vomiting. Certain types of infections may occur with high frequency when using Transfonex 500mg. However, the reality shows that it is difficult to determine what is the unintended effect of immunosuppressive drugs such as Transfonex 500mg. This is because the symptoms that appear after using the drug can be a symptom of an underlying disease, especially when using a combination of many different drugs at the same time.
6. Notes and cautions when using 500mg
Please absolutely follow the advice and instructions of the doctor during the use of the drug. It is important when using any medication, especially prescription drugs, that users need to inform their doctors about their drug history and current medications. The drug is not indicated for pregnant women, therefore, it is necessary to inform about the pregnancy status before prescribing the drug. On the other hand, in case of pregnancy while using the drug, the user needs to inform the doctor immediately. Consult your doctor before using this medicine in a nursing woman. Dental conditions may be affected when using Transfonex 500mg (Infection or slow healing). Risk of developing lymphomas and other types of malignancies. There is a high risk of infection. Careful monitoring of neutrophil counts is required when using the drug. Do not use attenuated vaccine while taking Transfonex. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Do not arbitrarily stop using or increase the dose. In summary, Transfonex 500mg drug is used to prevent rejection in organ transplant patients, especially liver, kidney and heart transplants. This is a prescription drug, so you need to absolutely follow your doctor's instructions to ensure it's safe to use. In addition, tell your doctor about all medications (including those bought without a prescription) to avoid drug interactions as well as unwanted side effects.
