Ciclosporin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Ciclosporin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Ciclosporin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Ciclosporin ICD Code : Y43.4 Therapeutic Classification : ImmunosuppressantsTrade Names/Brand Names of Ciclosporin
India :
Sandimmun Neoral 100 |
Graftin (50 ml) |
Cyclomune 5% |
Panimun Bioral (50ml) |
Sandimmun Conc (5ml) |
Cyclophil ME (100 mg) |
Imusporin (50 ml) |
Cyclophil ME (50 ml) |
Cyclophil ME (25 mg) |
Cyclophil ME (50 mg)
International :
Amadra, Apo-Cyclosporin, Arimun Synoral, Atopica, Biosporin, Cermox, Ciclo, Ciclohexal, Cicloral, Ciclosol, Ciclosporina Depronal, Cicporal, Citabax, Cyklosporin, Doc Cyclosporine, Equoral, Gengraf, Immunosporin, Modusik-A, Neoral, Papilock Mini, Sandoz Cyclosporine, Sangcya, Tianke, Transporina
Why is Ciclosporin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an immunosuppressant, prescribed for rejection of organ during transplantation. It helps to prevent organ rejection by suppressing immune system of the body.When should Ciclosporin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with cancer, uncontrolled high blood pressure, psoriasis and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Ciclosporin?
Adult: PO- Immunosuppression in organ transplant- Initial: 10-15 mg/kg/day, starting 4-12 hours pre-operative and continue for 1-2 weeks. Maintenance: 2-6 mg/kg/day.IV- Prevention of graft rejection in bone marrow transplantation- Initial: 3-5 mg/kg/day starting on the day before transplant, continue for up to 2 weeks until maintenance via oral administration.
Organ transplantation- Initial: 5-6 mg/kg/day as a single dose infusion. Transfer to oral administration as soon as possible.
How should Ciclosporin be taken?
It comes as a capsule or solution to take by mouth with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Ciclosporin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney, liver impairment, anaphylaxis, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Monitor blood pressure, serum electrolytes, kidney and liver function regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Ciclosporin?
High blood pressure, liver damage, tremor, tingling, swelling in the face, pimples, gum swelling, fluid retention, infections, and gastrointestinal symptoms.What are the other precautions for Ciclosporin?
• While taking oral solution of ciclosporin, use only the oral dose syringe provided.• Can be mixed with orange or apple juice but not with grapefruit juice.
• Do not take excess dose to make up the missed dose.
What are the storage conditions for Ciclosporin?
Store it at room temperature (25°C).Schedule : H
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