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Mycophenolate is a medication used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant and to treat certain autoimmune diseases. It is an immunosuppressant, meaning it works by weakening the body's immune system to stop it from attacking and rejecting a transplanted organ. It is also used in conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, such as lupus nephritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

The active form of mycophenolate is mycophenolic acid. It inhibits the proliferation of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune response. By reducing the activity of these cells, mycophenolate helps to prevent the immune system from damaging the transplanted organ or the body's own tissues.

Mycophenolate is typically administered orally or intravenously. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the specific medical condition being treated and the individual patient's response. Like many immunosuppressants, mycophenolate can increase the risk of infections and may have other side effects. It is important for patients to be closely monitored by a healthcare professional while taking this medication. It is also contraindicated in pregnancy due to the risk of birth defects.