How do I get more information about the Cellcept® co-pay card program?
Learn more about our CellCept ® Co-pay Card Program by calling 1-833-CellCept (1-833-235-5237) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET (Mon-Fri). To find out more about the patient assistance options available, call 1-888-754-7651 (Mon-Fri). GATCF provides free medicine to eligible patients who are uninsured, rendered uninsured by payer denial, or underinsured.
What is Cellcept ®?
WHAT IS CELLCEPT? CellCept ® (mycophenolate mofetil) is a prescription medicine to prevent rejection (antirejection medicine) in people who have received a kidney, heart or liver transplant. Rejection is when the body’s immune system perceives the new organ as a “foreign” threat and attacks it.
What is the best way to take Cellcept?
Take CellCept capsules, tablets and oral suspension on an empty stomach, unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Do not crush CellCept tablets. Do not open or crush CellCept capsules. If you are not able to swallow CellCept tablets or capsules, your doctor may prescribe CellCept Oral Suspension.
What are the side effects of CellCept in children?
Side effects that can happen more often in children than in adults taking CELLCEPT include: 1 stomach area pain 2 fever 3 infection 4 pain 5 blood infection (sepsis) 6 diarrhea 7 vomiting 8 sore throat 9 colds (respiratory tract infections) 10 high blood pressure More items...
How long does CellCept stay in your system after stopping?
I am taking mycophenolate, but I would like to stop taking it before getting pregnant. How long does the drug stay in my body? People eliminate medication at different rates. In healthy adults, it takes up to one week, on average, for most of the mycophenolate to be gone from the body.
Does CellCept cause weight loss?
Taking CellCept may cause unexplained weight loss. It isn't known how many people may have had unexplained weight loss after using CellCept in clinical studies. In addition, the amount of weight that people may have lost while using CellCept in these studies isn't known.
What does CellCept do to your body?
CellCept® (mycophenolate mofetil) is a prescription medicine for people who have had a kidney, heart, or liver transplant. CellCept can help prevent rejection of the transplanted organ. After the transplant, you may take several of these anti-rejection medicines to keep your immune system from rejecting the transplant.
How much does CellCept cost per month?
Cellcept Coupon & Prices - Cost $49 per month.
Does CellCept affect sleep?
Constipation, nausea, headache, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach upset, gas, tremor, dizziness, drowsiness, or trouble sleeping may occur.
Can CellCept affect your mood?
mental/mood changes, weakness on one side of the body, or. unusual change in the amount of urine.
What are long term effects of CellCept?
Increased risk of development of lymphoma and other malignancies, particularly of the skin. Increased susceptibility to infections, including opportunistic infections and severe infections with fatal outcomes.
Does CellCept affect the eyes?
Clinical studies have shown that Cellcept can also prevent inflammation within the eye.
When is the best time to take CellCept?
It is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Can CellCept be taken long-term?
Long-term use of mycophenolate (CellCept) can cause skin cancer, as well as lymphoma (a cancer of the immune system).
How much is CellCept out of pocket?
The cost for CellCept oral capsule 250 mg is around $957 for a supply of 100 capsules, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
Is there an alternative to CellCept?
Mycophenolate mofetil is available now as a generic alternative to Cellcept.
What are the most common side effects of CellCept?
The most common side effects of CELLCEPT include:diarrhea.blood problems including low white and red blood cell counts.infections.blood pressure problems.fast heart beat.swelling of the lower legs, ankles and feet.changes in laboratory blood levels, including high levels of blood sugar (hyperglycemia)More items...
What are long term effects of CellCept?
Increased risk of development of lymphoma and other malignancies, particularly of the skin. Increased susceptibility to infections, including opportunistic infections and severe infections with fatal outcomes.
Does CellCept reduce inflammation?
It suppresses the body's immune response and reduces inflammation in your lungs.
Is CellCept a form of chemotherapy?
Is mycophenolate (CellCept) chemotherapy? No, mycophenolate (CellCept) is not chemotherapy. Medications known as chemotherapy work by stopping the growth of fast growing cancer cells. Mycophenolate (CellCept) works on lymphocytes (white blood cells) to lower the activity of your immune system.
What are the infections that can happen with CellCept?
Viral infections that can happen with CellCept include: shingles, other herpes infections , and cytomegalovirus (CMV).
How to report cellept side effects?
These are not all of the possible side effects of CellCept. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555.
WHAT SHOULD I AVOID WHILE TAKING CELLCEPT?
Avoid becoming pregnant. See “What is the most important information I should know about CellCept?”
What to do if you miss a cellept?
If you miss a dose of CellCept, or you are not sure when you took your last dose, take your prescribed dose of CellCept as soon as you remember. If your next dose is less than 2 hours away, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at your normal scheduled time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time. Call your doctor if you are not sure what to do.
How long after stopping CellCept can you donate blood?
You should not donate blood while taking CellCept and for at least 6 weeks after stopping CellCept.
What is the purpose of CellCept registry?
The purpose of this registry is to gather information about the health of you and your baby. Increased risk of getting certain cancers. People who take CellCept have a higher risk of getting lymphoma, and other cancers, especially skin cancer. Tell your doctor if you have:
What is cellept used for?
CellCept. ®. (mycophenolate mofetil) is a prescription medicine to prevent rejection (antirejection medicine) in people who have received a kidney, heart or liver transplant. Rejection is when the body’s immune system perceives the new organ as a “foreign” threat and attacks it. CellCept is used with other medicines containing cyclosporine ...
Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
This medication is used to prevent rejection of transplanted body organs (e.g., kidney, liver, or heart transplants).
How To Use
Give this medication directly into a vein (IV), usually twice daily over at least two hours, or as directed by the doctor. When you are able to take drugs by mouth, you may be switched to an oral form of this medication. Do not give this medication by bolus or rapid IV injection. Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose for this medication.
Side Effects
Nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, or mild dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: ulcers or stomach problems (e.g., hemorrhage, perforation), kidney problems, any allergies (especially to polysorbate 80). This medication may make you dizzy; use caution when engaging in activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially cholestyramine, azathioprine, probenecid, acyclovir, ganciclovir. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose include: severe vomiting.
How to report cellcept side effects?
These are not all of the possible side effects of CELLCEPT. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555.
What is cellcept used for?
What it Treats. CELLCEPT ® is a prescription medicine to prevent rejection (antirejection medicine) in people who have received a kidney, heart or liver transplant. Rejection is when the body’s immune system perceives the new organ as a “foreign” threat and attacks it. CELLCEPT is used with other medicines containing cyclosporine ...
How long after stopping Cellcept can you take birth control?
You must use acceptable birth control during your entire CELLCEPT treatment and for 6 weeks after stopping CELLCEPT, unless at any time you choose to avoid sexual intercourse (abstinence) with a man completely. CELLCEPT decreases blood levels of the hormones in birth control pills that you take by mouth.
How long after stopping Cellcept can you get pregnant?
If you are a sexually active male whose female partner can become pregnant while you are taking CELLCEPT, use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 90 days after stopping CELLCEPT.
How to report pregnancy to mycophenolate?
You and your doctor should report your pregnancy to the Mycophenolate Pregnancy Registry either: by phone at 1-800-617-8191 or. by visiting the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) website at mycophenolateREMS.com. The purpose of this registry is to gather information about the health of you and your baby.
How to report side effects to the FDA?
Report side effects to the FDA at (800) FDA-1088 or www .fda.gov/medwatch.
How to contact Genentech?
Ask about possible side effects and any other medical questions related to your prescribed Genentech medicine. Call us at (800) 821-8590, Monday-Friday, 5am-5pm PT. Chat with us using our live chat feature, Monday-Friday, 5am-5pm PT. Email us by filling out this form.
Does Genentech support evrysdi?
Please Note: At this time, Genentech supports Evrysdi, Nutropin, Cellcept, Valcyte, and Fuzeon through a separate process.
Do you need to complete a patient consent form?
Both forms are required. No action can be taken until a completed Patient Consent Form and Prescriber Service Form have been received.
How much does CellCept cost?
The cost for CellCept oral capsule 250 mg is around $949 for a supply of 100 capsules, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
What is cellept used for?
CellCept (mycophenolate mofetil) is a member of the selective immunosuppressants drug class and is commonly used for Nephrotic Syndrome, and Organ Transplant - Rejection Prophylaxis.
How much does a free drug card save?
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Is CellCept generic?
A generic version of CellCept is available, see mycophenolate mofetil prices.
Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
This medication suppresses the body's immune system. It is used in combination with other medications to prevent rejection of transplanted kidneys or other organs.
How To Use
Take this medication as directed usually twice daily on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals. Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush, chew or open it. This medication is usually started within 72 hours after the transplant operation. Continue taking this medication for the full time as prescribed.
Side Effects
This medication may cause dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas, tremors, sweating, flushing, insomnia, pain, rash, mood changes, or vision changes. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, stomach or digestive disorders, any allergies. This medication should not be used during pregnancy. It is suggested that contraceptive measures be taken before beginning therapy and continuing for at least 6 weeks after this medication is discontinued. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you are taking, including: antacids, aspirin, theophylline, phenytoin, cholestyramine, probenecid, acyclovir, ganciclovir. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Important Note
- The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug. MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL...
Uses
- This medication is used to prevent rejection of transplanted body organs (e.g., kidney, liver, or heart transplants).
How to Use
- Give this medication directly into a vein (IV), usually twice daily over at least two hours, or as directed by the doctor. When you are able to take drugs by mouth, you may be switched to an oral form of this medication. Do not give this medication by bolus or rapid IV injection. Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose for this medication. Do not use the injection form of this med…
Side Effects
- Nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, or mild dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: pain, fever, persistent sore throat, sores around the mouth or genitals, vision changes, chest pain, irregular pulse, mental/mood changes, trouble sleeping, unusual bleeding o…
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: ulcers or stomach problems (e.g., hemorrhage, perforation), kidney problems, any allergies (especially to polysorbate 80). This medication may make you dizzy; use caution when engaging in activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcohol intake because it may increase the dizziness effects o…
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially cholestyramine, azathioprine, probenecid, acyclovir, ganciclovir. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose include: severe vomiting.
Notes
- Do not share this medication with others. Keep all scheduled medical appointments. Laboratory and/or medical tests will be performed to monitor for side effects and your response to treatment.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose or the dose is interrupted, contact your doctor immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.
Storage
- Store vials at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. After mixing and dilution in correct IV fluids (consult your pharmacist for details), use this drug within four hours. Discard any unused liquid.