Kevin G Moder1. 1. Division of Rheumatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905, USA.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: This article should familiarize the reader with the pharmacokinetics, mechanisms of action, potential toxicities, and current and future applications of mycophenolate mofetil. DATA SOURCES: The current medical literature. RESULTS: Mycophenolate mofetil is an immunosuppressive agent that has been used for transplant recipients. More recently, this agent has been used to treat several inflammatory conditions. CONCLUSIONS: Mycophenolate mofetil has the potential to be a useful agent in the treatment of several inflammatory conditions, including systemic lupus erythematosus.
OBJECTIVES: This article should familiarize the reader with the pharmacokinetics, mechanisms of action, potential toxicities, and current and future applications of mycophenolate mofetil. DATA SOURCES: The current medical literature. RESULTS:Mycophenolate mofetil is an immunosuppressive agent that has been used for transplant recipients. More recently, this agent has been used to treat several inflammatory conditions. CONCLUSIONS:Mycophenolate mofetil has the potential to be a useful agent in the treatment of several inflammatory conditions, including systemic lupus erythematosus.