Question 1

What is Ciclosporin used for?

Accepted Answer

Organ transplant rejection prevention (kidney, liver, heart), severe skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, severe rheumatoid arthritis (serious joint pain and swelling), nephrotic syndrome (kidney disease causing body swelling)

Question 2

How do you take Ciclosporin?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor will decide your exact dose based on your body weight and condition — this is NOT a drug you can dose yourself. Typically for transplant patients, the starting dose is 10-15 mg per kilogram of body weight daily, split into two doses (morning and evening). Swallow the capsules whole with water, and try to take them at the same time every day. You can take it with or without food, but be consistent — always the same way.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Ciclosporin?

Accepted Answer

Shaking or trembling of the hands, increased hair growth on the body, high blood pressure, swollen or painful gums, stomach upset or nausea

Question 4

Who should not take Ciclosporin?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to ciclosporin or any ingredient in the capsule, people with uncontrolled high blood pressure, people with active serious infections, people with any type of cancer (except if being treated specifically for it), people with serious kidney or liver problems — unless under specialist care.

Question 5

Is Ciclosporin safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Ciclosporin is NOT safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless your specialist doctor says the benefit clearly outweighs the risk — always consult your doctor before use if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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