Uploaded November 2019 | Updated September 2026, 44 minutes ago
Mycophenolate Mofetil (Cellcept) is prescribed to help prevent rejection of a transplanted organ after surgery.
Guidelines for use:
Frequency is twice a day, 12 hours apart.
Never miss a dose, unless otherwise instructed.
Take with food to prevent side effects to your digestive system.
May take before or after blood work.
Do not cut in half or crush.
Due to potential for serious side effects for pregnancies, discuss birth control options with your doctor while taking this medication, if applicable.
Please contact your transplant nurse coordinator with any questions you may have.
The Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Transplant Center: barnesjewish.org/medical-services/transplant
Subscribe to the Barnes-Jewish Hospital YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/BarnesJewishHospital
Connect with Barnes-Jewish Hospital
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Mycophenolate Mofetil (Cellcept) is prescribed to help prevent rejection of a transplanted organ after surgery.
Guidelines for use:
Frequency is twice a day, 12 hours apart.
Never miss a dose, unless otherwise instructed.
Take with food to prevent side effects to your digestive system.
May take before or after blood work.
Do not cut in half or crush.
Due to potential for serious side effects for pregnancies, discuss birth control options with your doctor while taking this medication, if applicable.
Please contact your transplant nurse coordinator with any questions you may have.
The Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Transplant Center: barnesjewish.org/medical-services/transplant
Subscribe to the Barnes-Jewish Hospital YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/BarnesJewishHospital
Connect with Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Facebook: facebook.com/barnesjewishhospital
- Twitter: twitter.com/barnesjewish









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