Name: Imusporin
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy

Imusporin is an immunosuppressant, prescribed for prevention of organ rejection during transplantation. It is also used for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and uveitis. It works by suppressing the immune system.

Imusporin Capsule Cipla Limited Generic : Cyclosporine	₹ 108.00 25mg 5 Capsules

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Drug information on Imusporin (Cyclosporine) from Cipla Limited

Drug Name : Cyclosporine

Cyclosporine(Gengraf) generic Imusporin is an immunosuppressant, prescribed for prevention of organ rejection during transplantation. It is also used for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and uveitis. It works by suppressing the immune system.
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Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Mar 30, 2018

Medical condition(s) for which Imusporin may be prescribed

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult- PO- The recommended initial dose range is 10 to 15mg/kg/day. Maintenance: 2 to 6mg/kg/day.

Side effects of Imusporin

Most Common : Kidney dysfunction, tremor and high blood pressure.

Heart : Cramps.

Skin : Abnormal growth of hair over the body surface.

Central Nervous System : Convulsions and headache.

Gastrointestinal : Overgrowth of gums, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, liver damage and abdominal discomfort.

Autonomic Nervous System : Tingling and flushing.

Blood : Decrease in white blood cells and cancer in lymph nodes.

Respiratory : Sinusitis.

Miscellaneous : Breast enlargement in males.

How to use Imusporin?

It comes as a capsule and suspension to take by mouth. It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein. It also comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes.

When Should Imusporin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Imusporin

Caution should be exercised in patients with liver, kidney, brain or nerve problems, changes in blood mineral and cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, cancer, gout, infection, recent vaccination, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

♦ Patient may develop with increased risk of Nephrotoxicity, skin cancer; wear protective clothing during outdoors.

Avoid vaccination during the treatment period.

This medication may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

♦ Avoid eating Grapefruit or drinking Grapefruit juice while taking this medication.

Other Precautions for Imusporin

Monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication.

Storage Conditions for Imusporin

Store it at room temperature (25°C), and in an airtight container.

♦ Safety Labeling Changes Approved By FDA

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