Ciclosporin
Information about Ciclosporin
Ciclosporin uses
Ciclosporin is used for prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, bone marrow transplantation, nephrotic syndrome, uveitis and Atopic dermatitis.
How ciclosporin works
Ciclosporin is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response.
Common side effects of ciclosporin
Headache, High blood pressure, Renal dysfunction, Tremors, Increased glucose level in blood, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Acne, Decreased white blood cell count, Increased levels of blood fat, Decreased appetite, Increased uric acid level in blood, Electrolyte imbalance, Convulsion, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Gastrointestinal disturbance, Gingival hyperplasia, Stomach ulcer, Abnormal liver function, Excessive hair growth on face, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Muscle cramp, Muscle pain, Fever, Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Low blood platelets, Encephalopathy, Allergic skin rash, Edema (swelling), Weight gain, Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, Hemolytic uremic syndrome, Motor polyneuropathy, Pancreatic inflammation, Muscle weakness, Muscle damage, Menstrual disorder, Breast enlargement in male
Available Medicine for Ciclosporin
Expert advice for Ciclosporin
- 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 Ciclosporin
Ciclosporin
Q. Is Ciclosporin a steroid?
No, Ciclosporin 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 Ciclosporin cause weight gain?
Yes, Ciclosporin 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 Ciclosporin cause hair growth?
Yes, the use of Ciclosporin may cause abnormal hair growth (hypertrichosis) as a common side effect of Ciclosporin, though it does not affect everyone.