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NAPLEX Pharmacy Exam Prep

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What is the mechanism of action of mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept)?

Mycophenolate mofetil is a neurokinin-1 antagonist used to prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Mycophenolate mofetil is a 5HT3 antagonist used to prevent post-operative nausea.
Mycophenolate mofetil is a corticosteroid analog used as an immunosuppressant.
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.

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