Sandimmun Neoral is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Liver transplant. Other than this, Sandimmun Neoral has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sandimmun Neoral. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Sandimmun Neoral include Increased hair growth, Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sandimmun Neoral can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Sandimmun Neoral are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sandimmun Neoral is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Sandimmun Neoral related warnings talks about Sandimmun Neoral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Sandimmun Neoral can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sandimmun Neoral in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Sandimmun Neoral have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Sandimmun Neoral may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sandimmun Neoral is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Sandimmun Neoral is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sandimmun Neoral is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sandimmun Neoral safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Sandimmun Neoral for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Sandimmun Neoral safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sandimmun Neoral. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Sandimmun Neoral on the Kidneys?
Sandimmun Neoral may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sandimmun Neoral on the Liver?
Sandimmun Neoral is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Sandimmun Neoral on the Heart?
Sandimmun Neoral may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Sandimmun Neoral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sandimmun Neoral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sandimmun Neoral habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sandimmun Neoral is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Sandimmun Neoral will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Sandimmun Neoral should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sandimmun Neoral for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sandimmun Neoral
When consumed with certain foods, Sandimmun Neoral may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sandimmun Neoral
Consuming Sandimmun Neoral with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sandimmune® (cyclosporine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 876-881
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 377-380