Cyclosporine is used for organ transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, nephrotic syndrome, uveitis and atopic dermatitis.

Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressant that works by decreasing the activity of body's immune system.

Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Increased hair growth, Increased blood pressure, Renal dysfunction, Loss of appetite, Diarrhoea, Tremor

• Cyclosporine, like all immunosuppressants, increases the risk of infection and certain cancers. Avoid being close to people with cold, flu or other contagious illness.
• Do not receive a "live vaccine" while you are using Cyclosporine. The live vaccine may not work well and may not fully protect you.
• It may cause unwanted side effects like kidney damage, tremor, hirsutism, hypertension, and gum hyperplasia.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
• Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
• Your doctor may ask to get Cyclosporine blood concentration level, to avoid side effect due to high concentrations.
• Your doctor may ask to get kidney function test done regularly to avoid kidney damage.

Ques. Q. Is Cyclosporine cytotoxic?
No, Cyclosporine is not cytotoxic.

Ques. Q. Is Cyclosporine a steroid/ sulfa drug?
No, Cyclosporine is not a steroid or sulfa drug, but a cyclic peptide isolated from fungal source

Ques. Q. Does Cyclosporine affect fertility & birth control?
No, Cyclosporine is not known to impair fertility and has no known effects on birth contro

Ques. Q. Does Cyclosporine cause weight gain, constipation or hair loss?
No, Cyclosporine has no known effects on weight gain, constipation or hair loss.