Sandimmun Neoral
This medicine, Sandimmun Neoral, contains ciclosporin and works by weakening your body's immune system to prevent organ rejection or treat autoimmune diseases.
Form
kapseli, pehmeä
Strength
100 mg
Active Ingredient
Ciclosporin
Manufacturer
Novartis Finland Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will determine your exact dose based on your weight and medical condition. Always follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Method
Take your daily dose split into two parts. Remove capsules from the blister and swallow them whole with water.
Important
Do not exceed the dose prescribed by your doctor. A dose that is too high can harm your kidneys.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Kidney problems
- •High blood pressure
- •Headache
- •Uncontrolled body tremors
- •Excessive hair growth on body and face
- •High blood fat levels
- •Seizures (convulsions)
- •Liver problems
- •High blood sugar
- •Tiredness
- •Loss of appetite
- •Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain/discomfort, diarrhea
- •Acne, hot flashes
- •Fever
- •Low white blood cell count
- •Numbness or tingling sensation
- •Muscle pain, muscle cramps
- •Stomach ulcers
- •Overgrowth of gums around teeth
- •High uric acid or potassium, low magnesium in blood
RARE
- •Brain problems with symptoms like sudden seizures, confusion, disorientation, vision problems, or weakness.
- •Rash
- •Generalized swelling
- •Weight gain
- •Low red blood cell or platelet count, which can increase bleeding risk
- •Nerve problems with numbness or tingling in fingers and toes
- •Pancreatitis with severe upper abdominal pain
- •Muscle weakness, loss of muscle strength, muscle pain in legs or arms or elsewhere in the body
- •Red blood cell breakdown leading to kidney problems, with symptoms like swelling or reduced urination.
- •Changes in menstrual cycle, breast enlargement in men
- •Swelling at the back of the eye, possibly with increased pressure in the head and vision problems
- •Severe liver problems, including yellowing of skin/eyes, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine, or swelling.
- •Bleeding under the skin, purple spots, or sudden bleeding without clear cause.
- •Migraine or severe headache, often with nausea and sensitivity to light.
- •Pain in shins and legs
- •Hearing loss
Important Warnings
- This medicine weakens your immune system, increasing your risk of infections (like fever or sore throat) and certain cancers, especially skin cancer.
- Limit your exposure to direct sunlight and UV radiation; wear protective clothing and use high-factor sunscreen.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you have kidney or liver problems, or if your blood pressure rises. Your doctor will monitor these.
- Do not take this medicine with grapefruit or grapefruit juice, as they can affect how it works.
- Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, especially St. John's Wort, blood thinners, or blood pressure medicines. Also, mention any history of alcohol problems or epilepsy.
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- This medicine is generally not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it can pass into breast milk and affect the baby.
- This medicine may make you feel drowsy, confused, or cause blurred vision, so be careful when driving or operating machinery.