Cellcept

Immunosuppressive Agents, Kidney Transplant, Cardiac Transplant + 1 more

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Cellcept

What is Cellcept

Mycophenolate mofetil

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Mycophenolate mofetil, also known as MMF or CellCept, is a drug used to prevent the rejection of transplanted organs. It is often combined with other drugs, such as cyclosporine and corticosteroids, to make it more effective. It has also been studied for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, such as nephritis. Unlike other immunosuppressants, MMF does not usually cause nephrotoxicity or fibrosis. It was approved for use in 1995 and is manufactured by Roche Pharmaceuticals. Mycophenolate mofetil is a derivative of mycophen

CellCept

is the brand name

Cellcept Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

CellCept

Mycophenolate mofetil

1995

22

Effectiveness

How Cellcept Affects Patients

Mycophenolate mofetil is a medication that converts into mycophenolic acid (MPA) in the body. MPA helps to reduce the risk of transplant rejection by blocking the production of antibodies that cause the body to reject the transplant. This leads to higher chances of successful transplants and helps to avoid the serious problems that can come from transplant rejection.

How Cellcept works in the body

Mycophenolate's active metabolite, mycophenolic acid, stops T cells and B cells from growing and producing harmful antibodies. It also prevents cells that are part of inflammation from sticking to the walls of blood vessels. Mycophenolate blocks the production of guanosine triphosphate, an important molecule used in making DNA, RNA, and proteins. It also reduces tetrahydrobiopterin, which lowers the amount of peroxynitrite, a molecule that causes inflammation. All of these effects work together to decrease inflammation.

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed measure of Cellcept is contingent upon the certified illness, including Rejection; Transplant, Liver, Rejection; Transplant, Kidney and Heart. The amount of dosage is reliant upon the mode of delivery (e.g. Powder, for suspension - Oral or Oral) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Immunosuppressive Agents

, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL

Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Oral, , Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Powder, for suspension, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Kidney Transplant

, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL

Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Oral, , Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Powder, for suspension, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Cardiac Transplant

, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL

Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Oral, , Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Powder, for suspension, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Organ Transplantation

, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL

Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Oral, , Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Powder, for suspension, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Warnings

Cellcept has three contraindications, thus it should not be taken in combination with the conditions provided in the table below.

Cellcept Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Mycophenolate Mofetil may interact with Pulse Frequency

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Mycophenolate Mofetil may interact with Pulse Frequency

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Mycophenolate Mofetil may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Cellcept.

Common Cellcept Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

2-Methoxyethanol

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Mycophenolate mofetil is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.

9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Mycophenolate mofetil is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.

Abetimus

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Mycophenolate mofetil is combined with Abetimus.

Acteoside

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Mycophenolate mofetil is combined with Acteoside.

Aldosterone

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Mycophenolate mofetil is combined with Aldosterone.

Cellcept Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The most toxic dose of mycophenolate mofetil for rats is 250mg/kg and more than 4000mg/kg for mice. Overdosing can cause a decrease in white or neutrophil blood cells, as well as stomach issues.

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Cellcept Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cellcept?

16 active trials are being conducted to assess the potential of Cellcept in managing Heart, Liver and Kidney Transplant Rejection.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Immunosuppressive Agents

0 Actively Recruiting

Organ Transplantation

0 Actively Recruiting

Cardiac Transplant

10 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4

Kidney Transplant

34 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 3

Cellcept Reviews: What are patients saying about Cellcept?

5

Patient Review

5/10/2015

Cellcept for Prevention of Cardiac Transplant Rejection

I had a heart transplant five months ago and, touch wood, have not experienced any rejection yet. I attribute this largely to this medication, which I've been taking alongside Prograf and Prednisone. The side effects have been mostly minor (headache, nausea, dizziness, pimples) and I'm no longer on the Prednisone.

5

Patient Review

6/26/2016

Cellcept for Diffuse Proliferative Lupus Nephritis-A Kidney Disease

I've been taking this medication for a decade now, and at 3000mg per day. I'm happy to report that my kidneys are functioning much better as a result. Blood tests show improved health in my kidneys. I still have pain and fatigue issues, but I can't imagine how much worse they would be without this drug.

5

Patient Review

8/16/2015

Cellcept for Prevention of Liver Transplant Rejection

I had a double organ transplant in January 2014, and this treatment has been key to my success. I'm 20 months out and doing great!

5

Patient Review

1/17/2014

Cellcept for Prevent Kidney Transplant Rejection

I unfortunately had to stop taking this RA medication after only five days due to intense headaches. I still haven't recovered from them three days later.

5

Patient Review

6/13/2021

Cellcept for Liver Inflammation caused by Body's Own Immune Response

I've been taking this for six years to manage my autoimmune hepatitis and it's been working great!

4.3

Patient Review

6/18/2014

Cellcept for Prevent Kidney Transplant Rejection

While it does effectively prevent rejection, there are some not-so-fun side effects that come along with this treatment. These include hair loss, sore muscles and joints, and fatigue. I've been on 1000mg twice per day since March 2014, and I'm hoping the side effects will subside over time.

4

Patient Review

5/26/2014

Cellcept for Prevent of Transplant Rejection

I find that this medication can irritate my stomach if I haven't eaten anything, so it's best to take it with food.

3.3

Patient Review

12/10/2013

Cellcept for Diffuse Proliferative Lupus Nephritis-A Kidney Disease

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Patient Q&A Section about cellcept

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is CellCept considered a steroid?

"Mycophenolate mofetil, the main ingredient of CellCept, is one of the non-steroid medications that is being considered as an alternative to prednisone in the treatment of sarcoidosis."

Answered by AI

Is CellCept a form of chemotherapy?

"CellCept is not a chemotherapy drug. Chemotherapy drugs work by destroying all cells that are growing quickly. Thisworks in cancer treatment because cancer cells grow more quickly than normal healthy cells."

Answered by AI

What is CellCept used to treat?

"CELLCEPT is a prescription medicine used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney, heart, or liver transplant. Rejection occurs when the body's immune system views the new organ as a foreign threat and attacks it."

Answered by AI

Is CellCept a strong immunosuppressant?

"The Mycophenolate mofetil, Cellcept, is a new immunosuppressive drug that could be very helpful in treating internal medicine."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Cellcept

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Testosterone Replacement for Kidney Failure

18+
Male
Los Angeles, CA

This prospective study aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) as an adjunct to an enhanced recover after surgery (ERAS) protocol in men with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) undergoing kidney transplantation. Participants will be highly-listed hypogonadal men, defined as total testosterone level \<300 on two occasions with clinical symptoms of hypogonadism, with ESRD who are expected to receive a kidney transplant within 6 months. Participants will be started on TRT, ideally for at least 3 months prior transplantation. The investigators will perform a subset analysis to evaluate if there is a significant difference in our endpoints by comparing these two subgroups (Three months or more receiving TRT vs. Less than three months receiving TRT). There will be no cut-off time for pre-transplant TRT. Following the intervention period, a historical control cohort of age-matched and health-matched patients will be identified, who have followed a standard transplant protocol that does not incorporate TRT. The primary outcome will evaluate safety, including 30- and 90-day adverse events, 3, 6, and 12-month allograft survival, and overall patient survival. Secondary outcomes will focus on (1) qualitative assessments of symptoms using validated questionnaires, (2) quantitative improvements in the hormonal profile before and after initiation of TRT and surgery, and (3) allograft function and incidence of delayed graft function. The results of this study could provide novel insights into the benefits of TRT in improving surgical outcomes in men with ESRD undergoing kidney transplantation.

Phase 1 & 2
Waitlist Available

University of California, Los Angeles

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GGTA1 KO Thymokidney for Kidney Failure

40 - 70
All Sexes
New York, NY

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the GGTA1 KO Thymokidney in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) who are either not eligible for conventional allogeneic kidney transplantation (Group 1) or are on an Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) kidney transplant waitlist, but are more likely to die or go untransplanted within 5 years than receive a kidney transplant (Group 2). The study consists of xenotransplantation followed by a 24-week Post-transplant Follow-up Period (Part A) to evaluate the efficacy and safety objectives followed by a Long-term Follow-up Period (Part B) to evaluate participant survival, GGTA1 KO Thymokidney survival, and screening for zoonotic infections. Part B will continue for the lifetime of the participant or for 52 weeks following nephrectomy, if required.

Phase 1 & 2
Recruiting

New York University Langone Health

United Therapeutics

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Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole for Urinary Tract Infections

13 - 29
All Sexes
San Francisco, CA

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a common antibiotic called trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) can help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children and young adults who recently had a kidney transplant. Most people take TMP-SMX for about 6 months after getting a kidney transplant. In this study, researchers want to see what happens if people keep taking it for 6 more months. The main questions this study is asking are: * Does TMP-SMX lower the number of UTIs in the first year after transplant? * What side effects or problems do participants have while taking TMP-SMX? Researchers will compare TMP-SMX to a placebo (a look-alike pill that does not contain any medication) to see if TMP-SMX works to prevent UTIs. Participants will: * Take either TMP-SMX or a placebo pill by mouth every day for 6 months * Have three visits to touch base with the study team about any issues * Complete short monthly online surveys about any symptoms or side effects * Share blood and urine test results from their regular transplant clinic visits

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

University of California, San Francisco

Alexandra Bicki, MD

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Berinert for Kidney Transplant Outcomes

18 - 75
All Sexes
Los Angeles, CA

The purpose of this study is to find out if Berinert can improve kidney function in the first year after transplant and to find out what effects, good or bad, Berinert will have in the kidney recipient. This research study will compare Berinert to placebo. The placebo looks exactly like Berinert but does not contain any active drug. Placebos are used in research studies to see if the results are due to the study drug or due to other reasons. Neither you or the study doctor can choose or know which group is assigned. The primary objective is to test whether intrarenal artery C1 esterase inhibitor (C1INH) injection into the donor kidney prior to transplantation improves kidney function in recipients of high risk, deceased donor kidney transplants as measured by 12-month Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) Chronic Kidney Disease Epidemiology Collaboration (CDK-EPI)

Phase 2
Recruiting

Cedars Sinai Medical Center (+5 Sites)

Peter S Heeger, MD

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Immunosuppressants for Kidney Transplant

18+
All Sexes
Vancouver, Canada

Kidney transplant is often the best treatment for people with kidney failure, but transplanted kidneys don't always last a lifetime. Many transplanted kidneys fail within 12 years, leaving patients needing dialysis or another transplant. One major issue is something called "allosensitization," which happens when the immune system attacks the donated kidney due to foreign markers on the kidney. This makes it harder to match a patient with another donor kidney in the future. To try to prevent this, patients are given immunosuppressants (drugs that weaken the immune system) after a transplant to stop the immune system from attacking the new kidney. However, after a kidney transplant fails and patients return to dialysis, there's no clear evidence that continuing immunosuppressants helps prevent allosensitization. Plus, these drugs have serious risks, including infections, heart disease, and even cancer. The PART study is a pilot study designed to explore whether continuing immunosuppression after a failed transplant for two years (instead of stopping after six months) can lower the risk of allosensitization and whether it is safe to do so. This pilot will also gather data that will be used for a larger trial in the future. The study will be done at 12 different research centers, and around 96 patients will be enrolled in the pilot trial. The ultimate goal is to better understand if continuing immunosuppressants after transplant failure can make a difference, and whether it's safe enough to proceed to a larger, more definitive trial.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Kidney Transplant Research

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