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Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule

Ciclosporin(50mg)

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food
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Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule

Ciclosporin(50mg)

Arpimune-o capsule uses

{med_name} is used for prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, bone marrow transplantation and nephrotic syndrome.

How arpimune-o capsule works

Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response to help accept a newly transplanted organ (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart). In rheumatoid arthritis, this immunosuppressive effect reduces inflammation (swelling) of joints and limits joint damage. In psoriasis, it works by reducing the activity of certain immune cells that cause overproduction of skin cells, thus improving scaling and redness.

Common side effects of arpimune-o capsule

Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Increased hair growth, High blood pressure, Renal dysfunction, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Tremors, Gingival hypertrophy (gum enlargement)

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Expert advice FOR Arpimune-O Capsule

  • Ciclosporin is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients. 
  • It is also used to treat arthritis and immune disorders of the eyes, lungs, muscles, skin, nerves, and blood vessels.
  • It may take 3 to 4 months for the medication to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever or general illness. 
  • Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day to help with your kidney function.
  • Do not stop taking Ciclosporin without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently asked questions FOR Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule

Ciclosporin

Q. Is Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. It decreases the action of the body’s immune system.
Q. Can Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule may cause weight gain. However, the changes in weight are uncommon side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects worry you.
Q. Does Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule cause hair growth?
Yes, the use of Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule may cause abnormal hair growth (hypertrichosis) as a common side effect of Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule, though it does not affect everyone.
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Q. Does Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule cause fatigue?
Yes, Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule may cause fatigue as a common side effect. However, fatigue could also be due to an underlying disease. Discuss with your doctor if this side effect worries you.
Q. Do I need to get any tests done while being treated with Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule?
Yes, the doctor may suggest tests to check the levels of Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule in your blood, especially if you have had a transplant. You may also be advised to get your blood pressure checked before the start of your treatment and regularly during treatment. In addition, liver and kidney function tests along with your blood lipids (fats), will be checked.
Q. Can Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule cause cancer?
Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule is known to suppress the immune system. This as a result, increases your risk of developing cancers, particularly of the skin and lymphoid system. You should limit your exposure to sunlight and UV light by wearing appropriate protective clothing. Sunscreen should be applied frequently with a high protection factor.
Q. What are the side effects of Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule?
Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule may cause side effects such as headache, diarrhea, heartburn, increased hair growth on the face, arms, or back, growth of extra tissue on the gums, acne, flushing, and uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body. You may also experience burning or tingling sensation in the hands, arms, feet, or legs, muscle or joint pain, cramps, pain or pressure in the face, ear problems, breast enlargement in men, depression and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Q. How should Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule be taken?
Take Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule strictly as advised by your doctor. The doctor will decide and carefully adjust your dose according to your medical requirements. It is important to keep a constant amount of Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule in the body, and hence, the medicine should be taken at the same time each day. Not only is the time of day important, but also when Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule is taken concerning meals.
Q. How long do I need to take Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule?
Take Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule for as long as the doctor has advised. The duration of treatment depends on whether you are taking it after a transplant or for the treatment of other conditions. Usually, the treatment may last for 8 weeks if you are taking it for severe rash.
Q. What is Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule used for?
Arpimune-O 50mg Capsule is used in combination with other medications which are used to prevent transplant rejection (attack of the transplanted organ by the immune system of the person who received the organ) in people who have received kidney, liver and heart transplants. These combination medicines also help to treat the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (a disease, affecting the joints with pain and swelling) in patients whose symptoms were not relieved by methotrexate alone. It is also used to treat psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body), and atopic dermatitis (skin allergies).

Content on this page was last updated on 10 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)