| Active Ingredient | Cyclosporine |
| Brand | Cyclonip |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral capsules |
Cyclonip contains Cyclosporine, an immunosuppressant medication that reduces the activity of the immune system. It is used to prevent organ transplant rejection and is prescribed for certain autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
Clinical Uses
Cyclonip (Cyclosporine) may be prescribed for:
- Organ Transplant Rejection- It helps prevent the immune system from attacking transplanted organs, such as the kidney, liver, and heart.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis- This modified cyclosporine formulations may be used to manage severe rheumatoid arthritis when other treatments are ineffective.
- Psoriasis- Cyclonip helps control severe psoriasis by reducing abnormal immune system activity.
Dosage Strengths
The dosage strengths of Cyclonip Cyclosporine capsule include-
- 25mg
- 50mg
- 100mg
To determine which is the best dosage strength for you, consult a doctor.
How It Works
Cyclosporine works by suppressing the activity of the immune system (T-cells), which play an important role in immune responses. It inhibits an enzyme called calcineurin, a substance responsible for activating and multiplying T-cells. By reducing T-cell activity, Cyclosporine helps prevent the immune system from attacking transplanted organs.
Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness.
- Increased blood pressure.
- Tremors
Serious side effects may include:
- Kidney damage
- Liver toxicity
- Severe infections.
- High potassium levels.
Precautions & Warnings
- Cyclonip may affect kidney function. Regular monitoring of serum creatinine and other kidney function parameters is important.
- It is important to monitor liver function during the treatment.
- This medication may increase blood pressure so it is important to regularly monitor the condition.
- As Cyclonip capsules suppresses the immune system, patients may be more vulnerable to bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.
- Consult a doctor before using this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they may increase cyclosporine levels in the blood.
Drug Interactions
Taking other medicines and supplements with Cyclonip capsules can cause a drug interaction. Some of the medicines that you should not take while taking Cyclonip capsules include-
- Clarithromycin
- Erythromycin
- Fluconazole
- Rifampicin
- Ibuprofen
- Blood Pressure Medications
- Tacrolimus
This is not a complete list of all the possible drug interactions of Cyclonip Cyclosporine capsule. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine with it.
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