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Mycophenolate Mofetil 500 mg/20mL Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution

by BPI Labs LLC · 4 VIAL in 1 CARTON (54288-141-04) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL
NDC 54288-0141-04
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 54288-141-04 billing pads the product segment with a zero
Rx only Generic On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 54288-141-04
Product NDC 54288-141
11-digit billing NDC 54288014104
NCPDP billing unit EA — each (per item)
RxCUI 311881
UNII UXH81S8ZVB
UPC 0354288141017, 0354288141048
Application # ANDA214283
SPL Set ID 32001417-130d-4c08-8e63-94ba3627ce5f
Established class (EPC) Antimetabolite Immunosuppressant
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2023-03-08
Route INTRAVENOUS
Dosage form INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION
Substance MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL HYDROCHLORIDE
GCN Seq No 040376
GCN 47569
HICL code 018603
Ingredient (HICL) Mycophenolate Mofetil Hcl
HIC1 code Z
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Body As A Whole
HIC2 code Z2
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Antihistamines, Antiserotonins, Immunosuppressants
HIC3 code Z2E
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Immunosuppressives
AHFS code 90:28.08.92
AHFS class Antimetabolites, Immunosupp Therapy Misc
FDB label name MYCOPHENOLATE 500 MG VIAL
FDB brand name Mycophenolate Mofetil
Legend status F — Federal legend — prescription drug or device
TE code (Orange Book) AP · RLD · RS
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 54288-141-04 — a 5-3-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the product segment → 54288-0141-04. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBPI Labs LLC
Application holderBPI LABS LLC
FDA applicationANDA214283 (ANDA)
Labeler code54288
First marketedMar 2023
Product typeHuman Prescription Drug
Portfolio28 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
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🩺 Clinical

Label name MYCOPHENOLATE 500 MG VIAL Ingredient Mycophenolate Mofetil Hcl
📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Mycophenolate injection is used with other medications to help prevent transplant organ rejection (attack of the transplanted organ by the immune system of the person receiving the organ) in adults and children 3 months of age and older who have received kidney, heart, or liver transplants and who cannot take oral medication. Mycophenolate is in a class of medications called immunosuppressive agents. It works by weakening the body's immune system so it will not attack and reject the transplanted organ.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Your immune system is designed to attack anything it sees as foreign — including your transplanted organ. Mycophenolate mofetil works by slowing down the immune cells that would ot...
  • What exactly does mycophenolate mofetil do — and why do I have to take it forever?
  • The most common ones are digestive — diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting. Those are uncomfortable but usually manageable. The ones that warrant a call to your transplant t...
  • What side effects should I actually expect, and which ones mean I need to call someone?
📖 Read our full Mycophenolate Mofetil guide →

Supplement & herbal interactions

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Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

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  • UNII 3K9958V90M
    A liquid solvent derived from fermentation or chemical synthesis. In medicines, alcohol dissolves active ingredients, helps preserve the product, and improves how the body absorbs certain drugs.
  • UNII XF417D3PSL
    Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
  • UNII QTT17582CB
    A strong acid used to adjust and maintain the proper pH level in liquid medicines, ensuring stability and preventing breakdown of active ingredients.
  • UNII 6OZP39ZG8H
    Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together in medications and improves how the product disperses in the body.
  • UNII 55X04QC32I
    A strong alkaline chemical used to adjust and maintain the pH balance of liquid medicines. It helps keep the medicine stable and ensures it stays effective during storage.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

6 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer mLPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
CellCept 500 mg/20mL 00004-0298-09 Genentech, 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
Mycophenolate Mofetil 500 mg/20mL 42023-0172-04 Par 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
Mycophenolate Mofetil 500 mg/20mLthis 54288-0141-04 BPI 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
Mycophenolate Mofetil 500 mg/20mL 67457-0386-81 Mylan 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
Mycophenolate Mofetil 500 mg/20mL 71288-0803-21 Meitheal 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
mycophenolate mofetil 500 mg/20mL 72485-0415-04 ARMAS 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
mycophenolate mofetil 500 mg/20mL 83270-0000-04 ONESOURCE 4 vials — AP FDA listed —
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

🏛️
2023
On the market since
Mar 2023
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
3 years listed
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·
Generic on the market
this product is a generic
✅This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📊 Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Mycophenolate Mofetil — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 14 manufacturers.
⚠️ Drug-level data: CMS publishes Part D spending by drug, not by NDC — these figures combine every manufacturer, strength and package size sold under the name Mycophenolate Mofetil. That’s a different level of aggregation than the Medicaid card above, which is specific to this exact 11-digit NDC (pack size included), so the two aren’t directly comparable.
Period
Total Part D spend
$15.33M
Claims incl. refills
138.6K
Beneficiaries
87.7K
Spend / beneficiary
$174.76
Spend / claim
$110.57
Trend by period
💵 About the dollar figures: spending is what Part D plans paid before confidential manufacturer rebates, so the program’s real net cost is lower. A blank patient count means fewer than 11 people — CMS hides counts that small to protect privacy. Source: CMS Medicare Quarterly Part D Spending by Drug (data.cms.gov), updated quarterly.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Mycophenolate Mofetil hydrochloride — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Diarrhoea6,998
Pyrexia5,716
Pneumonia5,347
Cytomegalovirus Infection4,935
Fatigue4,620
Nausea4,580
Condition Aggravated4,527

Reporter sex

135,265 reports
Male · 50%
Female · 50%
Unknown · 1%

Serious outcomes

Death24,304
Disabling4,397
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 11,589 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
54288-0141-04 You're viewing this 4 VIAL in 1 CARTON (54288-141-04) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL 2023-03-08 Active

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Marketing category & status ✓ Available
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NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
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HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
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Questions about this listing

Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 54288-141-04, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 54288-0141-04, written without dashes as 54288014104. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 54288-0141-04, the first segment (54288) is the labeler code FDA assigned to BPI Labs LLC; the middle segment (0141) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (04) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by BPI Labs LLC. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
BPI Labs LLC is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as a prescription product, so it is dispensed under a prescriber's order. Your pharmacist can tell you whether any over-the-counter forms of the same medication exist.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🚨 Boxed Warning 🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration 💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ⛔ Contraindications ⚠️ Warnings and Cautions 🤒 Adverse Reactions 🔄 Drug Interactions 👥 Use in Specific Populations 🤰 Pregnancy 🧒 Pediatric Use 🧓 Geriatric Use 🆘 Overdosage 🧬 Clinical Pharmacology 🧬 Mechanism of Action 📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 📦 Storage and Handling 📋 Description 💬 Information for Patients 💬 Medication Guide
🚨 Boxed Warning 207 words ▾

WARNING: EMBRYOFETAL TOXICITY, MALIGNANCIES and SERIOUS INFECTIONS Use during pregnancy is associated with increased risks of first trimester pregnancy loss and congenital malformations. Avoid if safer treatment options are available. Females of reproductive potential must be counseled regarding pregnancy prevention and planning [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Use in Special Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ] .

Increased risk of development of lymphoma and other malignancies, particularly of the skin [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Increased susceptibility to bacterial, viral, fungal and protozoal infections, including opportunistic infections and viral reactivation of hepatitis B and C, which may lead to hospitalizations and fatal outcomes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . WARNING: EMBRYOFETAL TOXICITY, MALIGNANCIES and SERIOUS INFECTIONS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Use during pregnancy is associated with increased risks of first trimester pregnancy loss and congenital malformations.

Avoid if safer treatment options are available. Females of reproductive potential must be counseled regarding pregnancy prevention and planning [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Increased risk of development of lymphoma and other malignancies, particularly of the skin [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] .

Increased susceptibility to infections, including opportunistic infections and severe infections with fatal outcomes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ].

🎯 Indications and Usage 95 words ▾

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Mycophenolate Mofetil [mycophenolate mofetil (MMF)] is indicated for the prophylaxis of organ rejection, in adult and pediatric recipients 3 months of age and older of allogeneic kidney [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ], heart [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ] or liver transplants [see Clinical Studies (14.3) ] , in combination with other immunosuppressants. Mycophenolate Mofetil is an antimetabolite immunosuppressant indicated for the prophylaxis of organ rejection in adult and pediatric recipients 3 months of age and older of allogeneic kidney, heart or liver transplants, in combination with other immunosuppressants.

( 1 )

⏱️ Dosage and Administration ~3 min read ▾

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ADULTS DOSAGE Kidney Transplant 1 g twice daily, orally or intravenously (IV) over no less than 2 h ( 2.2 ) Heart Transplant 1.5 g twice daily orally or IV, over no less than 2 h ( 2.3 ) Liver Transplant 1.5 g twice daily orally or 1g twice daily IV over no less than 2 h ( 2.4 ) PEDIATRICS Kidney Transplant 600 mg/m 2 orally twice daily, up to maximum of 2 g daily ( 2.2 ) Heart Transplant 600 mg/m 2 orally twice daily (starting dose) up to a maximum of 900 mg/m 2 twice daily (3 g or 15 mL of oral suspension) ( 2.3 ) Liver Transplant 600 mg/m 2 orally twice daily (starting dose) up to a maximum of 900 mg/m 2 twice daily (3 g or 15 mL of oral suspension) ( 2.4 ) Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection is an alternative when patients cannot tolerate oral medication.

Administer within 24 hours following transplantation, until patients can tolerate oral medication, up to 14 days. ( 2.1 ) Reduce or interrupt dosing in the event of neutropenia. ( 2.5 ) See full prescribing information (FPI) for: adjustments for renal impairment and neutropenia ( 2.5 ), preparation of oral suspension and IV solution.

( 2.6 )

2.1Important Administration Instructions Mycophenolate Mofetil should not be used without the supervision of a physician with experience in immunosuppressive therapy Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection is recommended for patients unable to take oral Mycophenolate Mofetil. Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection should be administered within 24 hours following transplant. Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection can be administered for up to 14 days; however, patients should be switched to oral Mycophenolate Mofetil as soon as they can tolerate oral medication.

Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection must be reconstituted before use [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ] . Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection is incompatible with other intravenous infusion solutions and should not be mixed or administered concurrently via the same infusion catheter with other intravenous drugs or infusion admixtures. Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection must not be administered as a bolus.

Following reconstitution, Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection must be administered by slow intravenous infusion over a period of no less than 2 hours by either peripheral or central vein, as rapid infusion increases the risk of local adverse reactions such as phlebitis and thrombosis [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] .

2.2Dosage Recommendations for Kidney Transplant Patients Adults The recommended dosage for adult kidney transplant patients is 1 g orally or intravenously infused over no less than 2 hours, twice daily (total daily dose of 2 g). Pediatrics (3 months and older) Pediatric dosing is based on body surface area (BSA). The recommended dosage of CELLCEPT oral suspension for pediatric kidney transplant patients 3 months and older is 600 mg/m 2 , administered twice daily (maximum total daily dose of 2 g or 10 mL of the oral suspension).

Pediatric patients with BSA ≥ 1.25 m 2 may be dosed with capsules or tablets as follows: Table 1 Pediatric Kidney Transplant: Dosage Using Capsules or Tablets Body Surface Area Dosage 1.25 m 2 to <1.5 m 2 CELLCEPT capsule 750 mg twice daily (1.5 g total daily dose) ≥ 1.5 m 2 CELLCEPT capsules or tablets 1 g twice daily (2 g total daily dose)

2.3Dosage Recommendations for Heart Transplant Patients Adults The recommended dosage of Mycophenolate Mofetil for adult heart transplant patients is 1.5 g orally or intravenously infused over no less than 2 hours administered twice daily (total daily dose of 3 g). Pediatrics (3 months and older) The recommended starting dosage of CELLCEPT oral suspension for pediatric heart transplant patients 3 months and older is 600 mg/m 2 , administered twice daily. If well tolerated, the dose can be increased to a maintenance dosage of 900 mg/m 2 twice daily (maximum total daily dose of 3 g or 15 mL of the oral suspension).

The dose may be individualized…

💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths 50 words ▾

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection, USP is available in the following dosage forms and strengths: For injection 500 mg mycophenolate mofetil USP white to off-white lyophilized powder, in a single-dose vial for reconstitution For Injection: 500 mg mycophenolate mofetil USP in a single-dose vial for reconstitution.

⛔ Contraindications 77 words ▾

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Allergic reactions to Mycophenolate Mofetil have been observed; therefore, Mycophenolate Mofetil is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to mycophenolate mofetil (MMF), mycophenolic acid (MPA) or any component of the drug product. Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to Polysorbate 80 (TWEEN). •Hypersensitivity to mycophenolate mofetil, mycophenolic acid or any component of the drug product ( 4 )•Patients allergic to Polysorbate 80 (present in Mycophenolate Mofetil IV) ( 4 )

⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ~3 min read ▾

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Blood Dyscrasias (Neutropenia, Red Blood Cell Aplasia): Monitor with blood tests; consider treatment interruption or dose reduction. ( 5.4 ) Gastrointestinal Complications: Monitor for complications such as bleeding, ulceration and perforations, particularly in patients with underlying gastrointestinal disorders. ( 5.5 ) Hypoxanthine-Guanine Phosphoribosyl-Transferase Deficiency: Avoid use of Mycophenolate Mofetil.

( 5.6 ) Acute Inflammatory Syndrome Associated with Mycophenolate Products: Monitor for this paradoxical inflammatory reaction. ( 5.7 ) Immunizations: Avoid live attenuated vaccines. ( 5.8 ) Local Reactions with Rapid Intravenous Administration: Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection must not be administered by rapid or bolus intravenous injection.

( 5.9 ) Phenylketonurics: Oral suspension contains aspartame. ( 5.10 ) Blood Donation: Avoid during therapy and for 6 weeks thereafter. ( 5.11 ) Semen Donation: Avoid during therapy and for 90 days thereafter.

( 5.12 ) Potential Impairment on Driving and Use of Machinery: Mycophenolate Mofetil may affect ability to drive or operate machinery. ( 5.14 )

5.1Embryofetal Toxicity Use of MMF during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of first trimester pregnancy loss and an increased risk of congenital malformations, especially external ear and other facial abnormalities including cleft lip and palate, and anomalies of the distal limbs, heart, esophagus, kidney and nervous system. Females of reproductive potential must be made aware of these risks and must be counseled regarding pregnancy prevention and planning. Avoid use of MMF during pregnancy if safer treatment options are available [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ].

5.2Lymphoma and Other Malignancies Patients receiving immunosuppressants, including Mycophenolate Mofetil, are at increased risk of developing lymphomas and other malignancies, particularly of the skin [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. The risk appears to be related to the intensity and duration of immunosuppression rather than to the use of any specific agent. For patients with increased risk for skin cancer, exposure to sunlight and UV light should be limited by wearing protective clothing and using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high protection factor.

Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) developed in 0.4% to 1% of patients receiving Mycophenolate Mofetil (2 g or 3 g) with other immunosuppressive agents in controlled clinical trials of kidney, heart and liver transplant patients [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. The majority of PTLD cases appear to be related to Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) infection. The risk of PTLD appears greatest in those individuals who are EBV seronegative, a population which includes many young children.

In pediatric patients, no other malignancies besides PTLD were observed in clinical trials [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ].

5.3Serious Infections Patients receiving immunosuppressants, including Mycophenolate Mofetil, are at increased risk of developing bacterial, fungal, protozoal and new or reactivated viral infections, including opportunistic infections. The risk increases with the total immunosuppressive load. These infections may lead to serious outcomes, including hospitalizations and death [see Adverse Reactions (6.1 , 6.2) ].

Serious viral infections reported include: Polyomavirus-associated nephropathy (PVAN), especially due to BK virus infection JC virus-associated progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), and Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections: CMV seronegative transplant patients who receive an organ from a CMV seropositive donor are at highest risk of CMV viremia and CMV disease. Viral reactivation in patients infected with Hepatitis B and C COVID-19 Consider dose reduction or discontinuation of Mycophenolate Mofetil in patients who develop new infections or reactivate viral infections, weighing the risk that reduced immunosuppression represents to the fun…

🤒 Adverse Reactions ~3 min read ▾

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label: Embryofetal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Lymphomas and Other Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions 5.2) ] Serious Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Blood Dyscrasias: Neutropenia, Pure Red Cell Aplasia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Gastrointestinal Complications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Acute Inflammatory Syndrome Associated with Mycophenolate Products [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] The most common adverse reactions in clinical trials (20 % or greater) include diarrhea, leukopenia, infection, vomiting, and there is evidence of a higher frequency of certain types of infections e.g., opportunistic infection.

( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact BPI Labs LLC at 1-727-471-0850 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.com

6.1Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. An estimated total of 1557 adult patients received Mycophenolate Mofetil during pivotal clinical trials in the prevention of acute organ rejection. Of these, 991 were included in the three renal studies, 277 were included in one hepatic study, and 289 were included in one cardiac study.

Patients in all study arms also received cyclosporine and corticosteroids. The data described below primarily derive from five randomized, active-controlled double-blind 12-month trials of Mycophenolate Mofetil in de novo kidney (3) heart (1) and liver (1) transplant patients [see Clinical Studies (14.1 , 14.2 , and 14.3) ] . Mycophenolate Mofetil Oral The incidence of adverse reactions for Mycophenolate Mofetil was determined in five randomized, comparative, double-blind trials in the prevention of rejection in kidney, heart and liver transplant patients (two active- and one placebo-controlled trials, one active-controlled trial, and one active-controlled trial, respectively) [see Clinical Studies (14.1 , 14.2 and 14.3) ] .

The three de novo kidney studies with 12-month duration compared two dose levels of oral Mycophenolate Mofetil (1 g twice daily and 1.5 g twice daily) with azathioprine (2 studies) or placebo (1 study) when administered in combination with cyclosporine (Sandimmune®) and corticosteroids to prevent acute rejection episodes. One study also included anti-thymocyte globulin (ATGAM®) induction therapy. In the de novo heart transplantation study with 12-month duration, patients received Mycophenolate Mofetil 1.5 g twice daily (n=289) or azathioprine 1.5 to 3 mg/kg/day (n=289), in combination with cyclosporine (Sandimmune® or Neoral®) and corticosteroids as maintenance immunosuppressive therapy.

In the de novo liver transplantation study with 12-month duration, patients received Mycophenolate Mofetil 1 g twice daily intravenously for up to 14 days followed by Mycophenolate Mofetil 1.5 g twice daily orally or azathioprine 1 to 2 mg/kg/day intravenously followed by azathioprine 1 to 2 mg/kg/day orally, in combination with cyclosporine (Neoral®) and corticosteroids as maintenance immunosuppressive therapy. The total number of patients enrolled was 565. Approximately 53% of the kidney transplant patients, 65% of the heart transplant patients, and 48% of the liver transplant patients were treated for more than 1 year.

Adverse reactions reported in ≥ 20% of patients in the Mycophenolate Mofetil treatment groups are presented below. The safety data of three kidney transplantation studies are pooled together. Table 5 Adverse Reactions in Controlled Studies of De Novo Kidney, Heart or Liver Transplantation Reported in ≥20% of Patients in the Mycophenolate Mofetil Group Adverse drug reaction Kidney Studies Heart Study Liver Study Mycoph…

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See FPI for drugs that may interfere with systemic exposure and reduce Mycophenolate Mofetil efficacy: antacids with magnesium or aluminum hydroxide, proton pump inhibitors, drugs that interfere with enterohepatic recirculation, telmisartan, calcium-free phosphate binders. ( 7.1 ) Mycophenolate Mofetil may reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Use of additional barrier contraceptive methods is recommended.

( 7.2 ) See FPI for other important drug interactions. ( 7 )

7.1Effect of Other Drugs on Mycophenolate Mofetil Table 7 Drug Interactions with Mycophenolate Mofetil that Affect Mycophenolic Acid (MPA) Exposure Antacids with Magnesium or Aluminum Hydroxide Clinical Impact Concomitant use with an antacid containing magnesium or aluminum hydroxide decreases MPA systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may reduce Mycophenolate Mofetil efficacy. Prevention or Management Administer magnesium or aluminum hydroxide containing antacids at least 2h after Mycophenolate Mofetil administration.

Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Clinical Impact Concomitant use with PPIs decreases MPA systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may reduce Mycophenolate Mofetil efficacy. Prevention or Management Monitor patients for alterations in efficacy when PPIs are co-administered with Mycophenolate Mofetil. Examples Lansoprazole, pantoprazole Drugs that Interfere with Enterohepatic Recirculation Clinical Impact Concomitant use with drugs that directly interfere with enterohepatic recirculation, or indirectly interfere with enterohepatic recirculation by altering the gastrointestinal flora, can decrease MPA systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may reduce Mycophenolate Mofetil efficacy.

Prevention or Management Monitor patients for alterations in efficacy or Mycophenolate Mofetil related adverse reactions when these drugs are co-administered with Mycophenolate Mofetil. Examples Cyclosporine A, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, bile acid sequestrants (cholestyramine), rifampin as well as aminoglycoside, cephalosporin, fluoroquinolone and penicillin classes of antimicrobials Drugs Modulating Glucuronidation Clinical Impact Concomitant use with drugs inducing glucuronidation decreases MPA systemic exposure, potentially reducing Mycophenolate Mofetil efficacy, while use with drugs inhibiting glucuronidation increases MPA systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase the risk of Mycophenolate Mofetil related adverse reactions.

Prevention or Management Monitor patients for alterations in efficacy or Mycophenolate Mofetil related adverse reactions when these drugs are co-administered with Mycophenolate Mofetil. Examples Telmisartan (induces glucuronidation); isavuconazole (inhibits glucuronidation). Calcium Free Phosphate Binders Clinical Impact Concomitant use with calcium free phosphate binders decrease MPA systemic exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may reduce Mycophenolate Mofetil efficacy.

Prevention or Management Administer calcium free phosphate binders at least 2 hours after Mycophenolate Mofetil. Examples Sevelamer

7.2Effect of Mycophenolate Mofetil on Other Drugs Table 8 Drug Interactions with Mycophenolate Mofetil that Affect Other Drugs Drugs that Undergo Renal Tubular Secretion Clinical Impact When concomitantly used with Mycophenolate Mofetil, its metabolite MPAG, may compete with drugs eliminated by renal tubular secretion which may increase plasma concentrations and/or adverse reactions associated with these drugs. Prevention or Management Monitor for drug-related adverse reactions in patients with renal impairment. Examples Acyclovir, ganciclovir, probenecid, valacyclovir, valganciclovir Combination Oral Contraceptives Clinical Impact Concomitant use with Mycophenolate Mofetil decreased the systemic exposure to levonorgestrel, but did not affect the systemic exposure to ethinylestradiol [see Clinical Pharmacology…

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Male Patients: Sexually active male patients and/or their female partners are recommended to use effective contraception during treatment of the male patient and for at least 90 days after cessation of treatment ( 8.3 )

8.1Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to mycophenolate during pregnancy and those becoming pregnant within 6 weeks of discontinuing Mycophenolate Mofetil treatment. To report a pregnancy or obtain information about the registry, visit www.psmycophenolaterems.com or call 1-877-310-4015. Risk Summary Use of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of first trimester pregnancy loss and an increased risk of multiple congenital malformations in multiple organ systems [see Human Data] .

Oral administration of mycophenolate to rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis produced congenital malformations and pregnancy loss at doses less than the recommended clinical dose (0.01 to 0.05 times the recommended clinical doses in kidney and heart transplant patients) [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ]. Consider alternative immunosuppressants with less potential for embryofetal toxicity.

Risks and benefits of Mycophenolate Mofetil should be discussed with the pregnant woman. The estimated background risk of pregnancy loss and congenital malformations in organ transplant populations is not clear . In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.

Data Human Data A spectrum of congenital malformations (including multiple malformations in individual newborns) has been reported in 23 to 27% of live births in MMF exposed pregnancies, based on published data from pregnancy registries. Malformations that have been documented include external ear, eye, and other facial abnormalities including cleft lip and palate, and anomalies of the distal limbs, heart, esophagus, kidney, and nervous system. Based on published data from pregnancy registries, the risk of first trimester pregnancy loss has been reported at 45 to 49% following MMF exposure.

Animal Data In animal reproductive toxicology studies, there were increased rates of fetal resorptions and malformations in the absence of maternal toxicity. Oral administration of MMF to pregnant rats from Gestational Day 7 to Day 16 produced increased embryofetal lethality and fetal malformations including anophthalmia, agnathia, and hydrocephaly at doses equivalent to 0.015 and 0.01 times the recommended human doses for renal and cardiac transplant patients, respectively, when corrected for BSA. Oral administration of MMF to pregnant rabbits from Gestational Day 7 to Day 19 produced increased embryofetal lethality and fetal malformations included ectopia cordis, ectopic kidneys, diaphragmatic hernia, and umbilical hernia at dose equivalents as low as 0.05 and 0.03 times the recommended human doses for renal and cardiac transplant patients, respectively, when corrected for BSA.

8.2Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of mycophenolate in human milk, or the effects on milk production. There are limited data in the National Transplantation Pregnancy Registry on the effects of mycophenolate on a breastfed child [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ] .

Studies in rats treated with MMF have shown mycophenolic acid (MPA) to be present in milk. Because available data are limited, it is not possible to exclude potential risks to a breastfeeding infant. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for Mycophenolate Mofetil and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from Mycophenolate Mofetil or from the underlying maternal condition.

Data Limited information is available from the National Tran…

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8.1Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to mycophenolate during pregnancy and those becoming pregnant within 6 weeks of discontinuing Mycophenolate Mofetil treatment. To report a pregnancy or obtain information about the registry, visit www.psmycophenolaterems.com or call 1-877-310-4015. Risk Summary Use of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of first trimester pregnancy loss and an increased risk of multiple congenital malformations in multiple organ systems [see Human Data] .

Oral administration of mycophenolate to rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis produced congenital malformations and pregnancy loss at doses less than the recommended clinical dose (0.01 to 0.05 times the recommended clinical doses in kidney and heart transplant patients) [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ]. Consider alternative immunosuppressants with less potential for embryofetal toxicity.

Risks and benefits of Mycophenolate Mofetil should be discussed with the pregnant woman. The estimated background risk of pregnancy loss and congenital malformations in organ transplant populations is not clear . In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.

Data Human Data A spectrum of congenital malformations (including multiple malformations in individual newborns) has been reported in 23 to 27% of live births in MMF exposed pregnancies, based on published data from pregnancy registries. Malformations that have been documented include external ear, eye, and other facial abnormalities including cleft lip and palate, and anomalies of the distal limbs, heart, esophagus, kidney, and nervous system. Based on published data from pregnancy registries, the risk of first trimester pregnancy loss has been reported at 45 to 49% following MMF exposure.

Animal Data In animal reproductive toxicology studies, there were increased rates of fetal resorptions and malformations in the absence of maternal toxicity. Oral administration of MMF to pregnant rats from Gestational Day 7 to Day 16 produced increased embryofetal lethality and fetal malformations including anophthalmia, agnathia, and hydrocephaly at doses equivalent to 0.015 and 0.01 times the recommended human doses for renal and cardiac transplant patients, respectively, when corrected for BSA. Oral administration of MMF to pregnant rabbits from Gestational Day 7 to Day 19 produced increased embryofetal lethality and fetal malformations included ectopia cordis, ectopic kidneys, diaphragmatic hernia, and umbilical hernia at dose equivalents as low as 0.05 and 0.03 times the recommended human doses for renal and cardiac transplant patients, respectively, when corrected for BSA.

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8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness have been established in pediatric patients 3 months and older for the prophylaxis of organ rejection of allogenic kidney, heart or liver transplants. Kidney Transplant Use of Mycophenolate Mofetil in this population is supported by evidence from adequate and well-controlled studies of Mycophenolate Mofetil in adults with additional data from one open-label, pharmacokinetic and safety study of Mycophenolate Mofetil in pediatric patients after receiving allogeneic kidney transplant (100 patients, 3 months to 18 years of age) [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) , Clinical Studies (14.1) ] .

Heart Transplant and Liver Transplant Use of Mycophenolate Mofetil in pediatric heart transplant and liver transplant patients is supported by adequate and well-controlled studies and pharmacokinetic data in adult heart transplant and liver transplant patients. Additional supportive data include pharmacokinetic data in pediatric kidney transplant and pediatric liver transplant patients (8 liver transplant patients, 9 months to 5 years of age, in an open-label, pharmacokinetic and safety study) and published evidence of clinical efficacy and safety in pediatric heart transplant and pediatric liver transplant patients [see Dosage and Administration (2.3 , 2.4) , Adverse Reactions (6.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) , Clinical Studies (14.1) ] .

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8.5Geriatric Use Clinical studies of Mycophenolate Mofetil did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between geriatric and younger patients. In general, dose selection for a geriatric patient should take into consideration the presence of decreased hepatic, renal or cardiac function and of concomitant drug therapies [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) , Drug Interactions (7) ].

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10 OVERDOSAGE Possible signs and symptoms of acute overdose include hematological abnormalities such as leukopenia and neutropenia, and gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and dyspepsia. The experience with overdose of Mycophenolate Mofetil in humans is limited. The reported effects associated with overdose fall within the known safety profile of the drug.

The highest dose administered to kidney transplant patients in clinical trials has been 4 g/day. In limited experience with heart and liver transplant patients in clinical trials, the highest doses used were 4 g/day or 5 g/day. At doses of 4 g/day or 5 g/day, there appears to be a higher rate, compared to the use of 3 g/day or less, of gastrointestinal intolerance (nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea), and occasional hematologic abnormalities, particularly neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] .

Treatment and Management MPA and the phenolic glucuronide metabolite of MPA (MPAG) are usually not removed by hemodialysis. However, at high MPAG plasma concentrations (>100 µg/mL), small amounts of MPAG are removed. By increasing excretion of the drug, MPA can be removed by bile acid sequestrants, such as cholestyramine [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].

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12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

12.1Mechanism of Action Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is absorbed following oral administration and hydrolyzed to mycophenolic acid (MPA), the active metabolite. MPA is a selective uncompetitive inhibitor of the two isoforms (type I and type II) of inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH) leading to inhibition of the de novo pathway of guanosine nucleotide synthesis and blocks DNA synthesis. The mechanism of action of MPA is multifaceted and includes effects on cellular checkpoints responsible for metabolic programming of lymphocytes.

MPA shifts transcriptional activities in lymphocytes from a proliferative state to catabolic processes. In vitro studies suggest that MPA modulates transcriptional activities in human CD4 + T-lymphocytes by suppressing the Akt/mTOR and STAT5 pathways that are relevant to metabolism and survival, leading to an anergic state of T-cells whereby the cells become less responsive to antigenic stimulation. Additionally, MPA enhanced the expression of negative co-stimulators such as CD70, PD-1, CTLA-4, and transcription factor FoxP3 as well as decreased the expression of positive co-stimulators CD27 and CD28.

MPA decreases proliferative responses of T- and B-lymphocytes to both mitogenic and allo-antigenic stimulation, antibody responses, as well as the production of cytokines from lymphocytes and monocytes such as GM-CSF, IFN-ɣ, IL-17, and TNF-α. Additionally, MPA prevents the glycosylation of lymphocyte and monocyte glycoproteins that are involved in intercellular adhesion to endothelial cells and may inhibit recruitment of leukocytes into sites of inflammation and graft rejection. Overall, the effect of MPA is cytostatic and reversible.

12.2Pharmacodynamics There is a lack of information regarding the pharmacodynamic effects of MMF.

12.3Pharmacokinetics Absorption Following oral and intravenous administration, MMF undergoes complete conversion to MPA, the active metabolite. In 12 healthy volunteers, the mean absolute bioavailability of oral MMF relative to intravenous MMF was 94%. Two 500 mg CELLCEPT tablets have been shown to be bioequivalent to four 250 mg CELLCEPT capsules.

Five mL of the 200 mg/mL constituted CELLCEPT oral suspension have been shown to be bioequivalent to four 250 mg capsules. The mean (±SD) pharmacokinetic parameters estimates for MPA following the administration of MMF given as single doses to healthy volunteers, and multiple doses to kidney, heart, and liver transplant patients, are shown in Table 10. The area under the plasma-concentration time curve (AUC) for MPA appears to increase in a dose-proportional fashion in kidney transplant patients receiving multiple oral doses of MMF up to a daily dose of 3 g (1.5g twice daily) (see Table 10 ) Table 10 Pharmacokinetic Parameters for MPA [mean (±SD)] Following Administration of MMF to Healthy Volunteers (Single Dose), and Kidney, Heart, and Liver Transplant Patients (Multiple Doses) Healthy Volunteers Dose/Route T max (h) C max (mcg/mL) Total AUC (mcg∙h/mL) Single dose 1 g/oral 0.80 (±0.36) (n=129) 24.5 (±9.5) (n=129) 63.9 (±16.2) (n=117) Kidney Transplant Patients (twice daily dosing) Time After Transplantation Dose/Route T max (h) C max (mcg/mL) Interdosing Interval AUC(0-12h) (mcg∙h/mL) 5 days 1 g/iv 1.58 (±0.46) (n=31) 12.0 (±3.82) (n=31) 40.8 (±11.4) (n=31) 6 days 1 g/oral 1.33 (±1.05) (n=31) 10.7 (±4.83) (n=31) 32.9 (±15.0) (n=31) Early (Less than 40 days) 1 g/oral 1.31 (±0.76) (n=25) 8.16 (±4.50) (n=25) 27.3 (±10.9) (n=25) Early (Less than 40 days) 1.5 g/oral 1.21 (±0.81) (n=27) 13.5 (±8.18) (n=27) 38.4 (±15.4) (n=27) Late (Greater than 3 months) 1.5 g/oral 0.90 (±0.24) (n=23) 24.1 (±12.1) (n=23) 65.3 (±35.4) (n=23) Heart transplant Patients (twice daily dosing) Time After Transplantation Dose/Route T max (h) C max (mcg/mL) Interdosing Interval AUC(0-12h) (mcg∙h/mL) Early (Day before discharge) 1.5 g/oral 1.8 (±1.3) (n=11) 11.5 (±6.8) (n=11) 43.3 (±20.8) (n=9) Late (Greater than 6 months) 1.5 g/o…

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12.1Mechanism of Action Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is absorbed following oral administration and hydrolyzed to mycophenolic acid (MPA), the active metabolite. MPA is a selective uncompetitive inhibitor of the two isoforms (type I and type II) of inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH) leading to inhibition of the de novo pathway of guanosine nucleotide synthesis and blocks DNA synthesis. The mechanism of action of MPA is multifaceted and includes effects on cellular checkpoints responsible for metabolic programming of lymphocytes.

MPA shifts transcriptional activities in lymphocytes from a proliferative state to catabolic processes. In vitro studies suggest that MPA modulates transcriptional activities in human CD4 + T-lymphocytes by suppressing the Akt/mTOR and STAT5 pathways that are relevant to metabolism and survival, leading to an anergic state of T-cells whereby the cells become less responsive to antigenic stimulation. Additionally, MPA enhanced the expression of negative co-stimulators such as CD70, PD-1, CTLA-4, and transcription factor FoxP3 as well as decreased the expression of positive co-stimulators CD27 and CD28.

MPA decreases proliferative responses of T- and B-lymphocytes to both mitogenic and allo-antigenic stimulation, antibody responses, as well as the production of cytokines from lymphocytes and monocytes such as GM-CSF, IFN-ɣ, IL-17, and TNF-α. Additionally, MPA prevents the glycosylation of lymphocyte and monocyte glycoproteins that are involved in intercellular adhesion to endothelial cells and may inhibit recruitment of leukocytes into sites of inflammation and graft rejection. Overall, the effect of MPA is cytostatic and reversible.

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

16.1Handling and Disposal Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) has demonstrated teratogenic effects in humans [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] . Wearing disposable gloves is recommended during reconstitution and when wiping the outer surface of the bottle/cap and the table after reconstitution. Avoid inhalation or direct contact with skin or mucous membranes of the powder contained in Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection USP (during or after preparation) [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ].

Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedure 1 .

16.5Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection, USP For injection: 500 mg mycophenolate mofetil as the hydrochloride salt in a 20 mL sterile single-dose vial cartons of 4 vials Cartons of 4 single-dose vials NDC 54288-141-04 Storage Store powder and reconstituted infusion solution at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Discard unused portion.

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16.5Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection, USP For injection: 500 mg mycophenolate mofetil as the hydrochloride salt in a 20 mL sterile single-dose vial cartons of 4 vials Cartons of 4 single-dose vials NDC 54288-141-04 Storage Store powder and reconstituted infusion solution at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Discard unused portion.

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11 DESCRIPTION Mycophenolate Mofetil (mycophenolate mofetil) is an antimetabolite immunosuppressant. It is the 2-morpholinoethyl ester of mycophenolic acid (MPA), an immunosuppressive agent; inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH) inhibitor. The chemical name for mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is 2-morpholinoethyl (E)-6-(1,3-dihydro-4-hydroxy-6-methoxy-7-methyl-3-oxo-5-isobenzofuranyl)-4-methyl-4-hexenoate.

It has an empirical formula of C 23 H 31 NO 7 , a molecular weight of 433.50, and the following structural formula: MMF is a white to off-white crystalline powder. It is slightly soluble in water (43 μg/mL at pH 7.4); the solubility increases in acidic medium (4.27 mg/mL at pH 3.6). It is freely soluble in acetone, soluble in methanol, and sparingly soluble in ethanol.

The apparent partition coefficient in 1-octanol/water (pH 7.4) buffer solution is 238. The pKa values for MMF are 5.6 for the morpholino group and 8.5 for the phenolic group. MMF hydrochloride has a solubility of 65.8 mg/mL in 5% Dextrose Injection USP (D5W).

The pH of the reconstituted solution is 2.4 to 4.1. Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection USP is the hydrochloride salt of MMF. The chemical name for the hydrochloride salt of MMF is 2-morpholinoethyl (E)-6-(1,3-dihydro-4-hydroxy-6-methoxy-7methyl-3-oxo-5-isobenzofuranyl)-4-methyl-4-hexenoate hydrochloride.

It has an empirical formula of C 23 H 31 NO 7 HCl and a molecular weight of 469.96. Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection USP is available as a sterile white to off-white lyophilized powder in single-dose vials containing MMF hydrochloride for administration by intravenous infusion only. Each vial contains 500 mg of mycophenolate mofetil equivalent to 542 mg of mycophenolate mofetil hydrochloride.

The inactive ingredients are polysorbate 80, 25 mg, and citric acid, 5 mg. Sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid may have been used in the manufacture of Mycophenolate Mofetil for Injection USP to adjust the pH. Reconstitution and dilution with 5% Dextrose Injection USP yields a slightly yellow solution of MMF, 6 mg/mL [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ].

Chemical Structure

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17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide and Instructions for Use).

17.1Embryofetal Toxicity Pregnancy loss and malformations Inform females of reproductive potential and pregnant women that use of Mycophenolate Mofetil during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of first trimester pregnancy loss and an increased risk of congenital malformations. Advise that they must use an acceptable form of contraception [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Use in Specific Populations (8.1,8.3)]. Encourage pregnant women to enroll in the Pregnancy Exposure Registry.

This registry monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to mycophenolate [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)]. Contraception Discuss pregnancy testing, pregnancy prevention and planning with females of reproductive potential [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ]. Females of reproductive potential must use an acceptable form of birth control during the entire Mycophenolate Mofetil therapy and for 6 weeks after stopping Mycophenolate Mofetil, unless the patient chooses abstinence .

Mycophenolate Mofetil may reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Use of additional barrier contraceptive methods is recommended [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ]. For patients who are considering pregnancy, discuss appropriate alternative immunosuppressants with less potential for embryofetal toxicity.

Risks and benefits of Mycophenolate Mofetil should be discussed with the patient. Advise sexually active male patients and/or their partners to use effective contraception during the treatment of the male patient and for at least 90 days after cessation of treatment. This recommendation is based on findings of animal studies [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3) , Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ].

17.2Development of Lymphoma and Other Malignancies Inform patients that they are at increased risk of developing lymphomas and other malignancies, particularly of the skin, due to immunosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Advise patients to limit exposure to sunlight and ultraviolet (UV) light by wearing protective clothing and use of broad-spectrum sunscreen with high protection factor.

17.3Increased Risk of Serious Infections Inform patients that they are at increased risk of developing a variety of infections due to immunosuppression. Instruct them to contact their physician if they develop any of the signs and symptoms of infection explained in the Medication Guide [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] .

17.4Blood Dyscrasias Inform patients that they are at increased risk for developing blood adverse effects such as anemia or low white blood cells. Advise patients to immediately contact their healthcare provider if they experience any evidence of infection, unexpected bruising, or bleeding, or any other manifestation of bone marrow suppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] .

17.5Gastrointestinal Tract Complications Inform patients that Mycophenolate Mofetil can cause gastrointestinal tract complications including bleeding, intestinal perforations, and gastric or duodenal ulcers. Advise the patient to contact their healthcare provider if they have symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding, or sudden onset or persistent abdominal pain [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] .

17.6Acute Inflammatory Syndrome Inform patients that acute inflammatory reactions have been reported in some patients who received Mycophenolate Mofetil. Some reactions were severe, requiring hospitalization. Advise patients to contact their physician if they develop fever, joint stiffness, joint pain, or muscle pains [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] .

17.7Immunizations Inform patients that Mycophenolate Mofetil can interfere with the usual response to immunizations. Before seeking vaccines on their own, advise patients to discuss first with their physician [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] .

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MEDICATION GUIDE Mycophenolate Mofetil for injection (mye” koe fen’ oh late moe’ fe til) Read the Medication Guide that comes with Mycophenolate Mofetil before you start taking it and each time you refill your prescription. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or treatment.

What is the most important information I should know about Mycophenolate Mofetil? Mycophenolate Mofetil can cause serious side effects, including: Increased risk of loss of a pregnancy (miscarriage) and higher risk of birth defects. Females who take Mycophenolate Mofetil during pregnancy have a higher risk of miscarriage during the first 3 months (first trimester), and a higher risk that their baby will be born with birth defects.

If you are a female who can become pregnant , your doctor must talk with you about acceptable birth control methods (contraceptive counseling) to use while taking Mycophenolate Mofetil. You should have 1 pregnancy test immediately before starting Mycophenolate Mofetil and another pregnancy test 8 to 10 days later. Pregnancy tests should be repeated during routine follow-up visits with your doctor.

Talk to your doctor about the results of all of your pregnancy tests. You must use acceptable birth control during your entire Mycophenolate Mofetil treatment and for 6 weeks after stopping Mycophenolate Mofetil, unless at any time you choose to avoid sexual intercourse (abstinence) with a man completely. Mycophenolate Mofetil decreases blood levels of the hormones in birth control pills that you take by mouth.

Birth control pills may not work as well while you take Mycophenolate Mofetil, and you could become pregnant. If you take birth control pills while using Mycophenolate Mofetil you must also use another form of birth control. Talk to your doctor about other birth control methods that you can use while taking Mycophenolate Mofetil.

If you are a sexually active male whose female partner can become pregnant while you are taking Mycophenolate Mofetil , use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 90 days after stopping Mycophenolate Mofetil. If you plan to become pregnant , talk with your doctor. Your doctor will decide if other medicines to prevent rejection may be right for you.

If you become pregnant while taking Mycophenolate Mofetil , do not stop taking Mycophenolate Mofetil. Call your doctor right away. You and your doctor may decide that other medicines to prevent rejection may be right for you.

You and your doctor should report your pregnancy to the Mycophenolate Pregnancy Registry either: By phone at 1-877-310-4015 or By visiting the REMS website at: www.psmycophenolaterems.com 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 Mycophenolate Mofetil have a higher risk of getting lymphoma, and other cancers, especially skin cancer.

Tell your doctor if you have: unexplained fever, prolonged tiredness, weight loss or lymph node swelling a brown or black skin lesion with uneven borders, or one part of the lesion does not look like the other a change in the size and color of a mole a new skin lesion or bump any other changes to your health Increased risk of getting serious infections. Mycophenolate Mofetil weakens the body's immune system and affects your ability to fight infections. Serious infections can happen with Mycophenolate Mofetil and can lead to hospitalizations and death.

These serious infections can include: Viral infections. Certain viruses can live in your body and cause active infections when your immune system is weak. Viral infections that can happen with Mycophenolate Mofetil include: Shingles, other herpes infections, and cytomegalovirus (CMV).

CMV can cause serious tissue and blood infections. BK virus. BK virus can affect how your kidney works and cause your transplanted kidney to fail.

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