Sandimmun Injection
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Sandimmun Information
Sandimmun Benefits & Uses
Sandimmun is used to treat the following -
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriasis Primary
- Kidney transplant
- Liver transplant Primary
Sandimmun Dosage & How to Take
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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Ingredients of Sandimmun
Sandimmun Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sandimmun is used -
Sandimmun Related Warnings
Is the use of Sandimmun safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Sandimmun during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
UnknownIs the use of Sandimmun safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Sandimmun. It should only be taken after medical advice.
SevereWhat is the effect of Sandimmun on the Kidneys?
Sandimmun may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
MildWhat is the effect of Sandimmun on the Liver?
Side effects of Sandimmun rarely affect the liver.
MildWhat is the effect of Sandimmun on the Heart?
Sandimmun may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
MildSevere Interaction of Sandimmun with Other Drugs
Sandimmun should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Azithromycin
Metoclopramide
Amiodarone
Diltiazem
Methylprednisolone
Allopurinol
Sandimmun Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sandimmun unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Stomach ache
- Back Pain
- Chest Pain
- Dizziness
- Fever
- Headache
- Skin Rash
- Shortness of Breath
- Bleeding
- Constipation
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Psoriasis
- Kidney Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
Frequently asked Questions about Sandimmun
Is this Sandimmun habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Sandimmun has not been reported.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Sandimmun will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
SafeIs it safe?
Sandimmun is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
Sandimmun is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
NoSandimmun Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Sandimmun
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Sandimmun to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
MildInteraction between Alcohol and Sandimmun
Consumption of alcohol and Sandimmun together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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
