Joint Formulary & PAD

Mycophenolate mofetil - Transplant immunosuppression

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Status 1

Blue
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Oral suspension
  • Tablets
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Restrictions / Comments :
Important

For EXISTING patients: GPs may continue to prescribe for existing post-transplant patients only. NHS England are looking to repatriate these patients in the future. GPs must not accept any new requests to prescribe for new patients.

 

Status 2

Red
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Oral suspension
  • Tablets
Associated Icons :
BNF SPC
NHSE
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
For NEW patients: RED drug for post-transplant. Funded by NHS England. GPs should not accept any requests to prescribe post-transplant.

Documentation

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Mycophenolate mofetil
Indication :
Transplant immunosuppression
Group Name :
Keywords :
Shared Care
Brand Names Include :
Arzip, CellCept, Myfortic
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
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Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
2

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Committee Recommendations (1)

01 Apr 13 - Not Set
FOR NEW PATIENTS ONLY: The prescribing of mycophenolate mofetil/mycophenolic acid is considered a RED drug post transplant only and is now funded via NHS England for this indication.
FOR EXISTING PATIENTS: GPs should continue to prescribe these treatments. NHS England are looking to repatriate these patients in the future. The Medicines Management Team will be in contact with prescribers when they have more information