MACE Medication Assistant Exam Prep

Category - MACE Test Prep

What is the mechanism of action of mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept)?
  1. Mycophenolate mofetil is a neurokinin-1 antagonist used to prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
  2. Mycophenolate mofetil is a 5HT3 antagonist used to prevent post-operative nausea.
  3. Mycophenolate mofetil is a corticosteroid analog used as an immunosuppressant.
  4. Mycophenolate mofetil is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection.
Explanation
Answer: D. Mycophenolate mofetil is a mycophenolic acid derivative and inhibits the binding of IL-1, thereby suppressing the immune response.
Was this helpful? Upvote!
Login to contribute your own answer or details

Top questions

Related questions

Most popular on PracticeQuiz