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Sandimmune

(cyclosporine)

Sandimmune (Cyclosporine) belongs to the groups of medications known as immunosuppressant agents. It is used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants and bone marrow transplants by suppressing the body's natural defense, the immune system.

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Injectable

50MG/ML

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The recommended dose of Sandimmune (Cyclosporine) varies according to weight and circumstances. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on levels of Sandimmune (Cyclosporine) in your blood stream.

For solid organ transplants, the recommended oral dose is 10 mg to 15 mg per kilogram of body weight daily (in 2 divided doses), starting at least 12 hours before surgery. The dose usually stays the same for 1 or 2 weeks after the operation, and then is reduced gradually by the doctor so that a particular level of the medication in the bloodstream is reached. If you have been given the injection to start with, the usual starting dose is 3 mg to 5 mg per kg of body weight per day given into a vein (intravenously). The doctor will likely try to switch you over to one of the oral forms of the medication.

For bone marrow transplants, the first dose is normally given by injection the day before the operation at a dose of 3 mg to 5 mg per kg of body weight. The oral form of the medication is then usually given at a daily dose of about 12.5 mg per kilogram of body weight in 2 divided doses. This dose is usually continued for 3 to 6 months and then decreased gradually until it is stopped, about one year after the operation.

For treatment of psoriasis, the recommended oral starting dose is 2 mg per kilogram of body weight per day in 2 divided doses. If no improvement is seen in one month, the doctor may increase the daily dose gradually. The daily dose of Sandimmune (Cyclosporine) should not go above 5 mg per kilogram of body weight per day. If there is still no improvement after 6 weeks of treatment, the treatment should be stopped. If the psoriasis improves, the doctor may gradually decrease the dose. Psoriasis often returns once the medication is stopped, so the goal of treatment is usually to find the smallest dose that will be effective.

For treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, the recommended oral dose is 2.5 mg per kilogram of body weight per day in 2 divided doses for the first 6 weeks of treatment. If the desired improvement is not seen, the doctor may increase the dose gradually as long as the medication is still well tolerated.

For nephrotic syndrome, the recommended oral starting dose is 3.5 mg per kilogram of body weight per day for adults and 4.2 mg per kilogram of body weight per day for children. People with reduced kidney function should not receive more than 2.5 mg per kg body weight per day. The dose is usually increased to a maximum of 5 mg per kilogram in adults, or 6 mg per kilogram in children. Treatment should be stopped if no improvement is seen within 3 months of starting treatment.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are receiving the medication without consulting your doctor.

The injectable form of Sandimmune (Cyclosporine) is given by infusion into a vein over several hours by a health care professional in a hospital setting. The injectable form of Sandimmune (Cyclosporine) should be stored away from light at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C. It should not be frozen or put in the refrigerator.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

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