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Rapamune is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Kidney transplant.
The optimal dosage of Rapamune is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Rapamune include Viral Infection, Anemia, Urinary tract infection. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rapamune can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rapamune go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Rapamune's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Rapamune's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Rapamune is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Lymphoma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rapamune contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rapamune have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Rapamune, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Rapamune is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Rapamune safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Rapamune on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Rapamune safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Rapamune in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Rapamune on the Kidneys?
Rapamune rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rapamune on the Liver?
Rapamune can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Rapamune on the Heart?
Rapamune may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Rapamune should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rapamune unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rapamune habit forming or addictive?
Rapamune is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rapamune does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rapamune only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Rapamune in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Rapamune
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Rapamune, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rapamune
Information about the interaction of Rapamune and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rapamune (sirolimus)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 882
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1140-1143