NEORAL


 

NEORAL Drug Information

Drug Name: NEORAL

NEORAL DESCRIPTION:
CYCLOSPORINE MICROEMULSION - ORAL CAPSULE (sye-klo-SPORE-een MY-crow-ee-MULL-shun)

COMMON NEORAL BRAND NAME(S):
Gengraf, Neoral

NEORAL SIDE EFFECTS:
NEORAL may cause stomach upset, nausea, cramps, diarrhea or headache. Other possible side effects include high blood pressure, increased hair growth on the face and body, acne, tremor, swollen or inflamed gums, tingling of the hands or feet. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: mental confusion, blurred vision, fever, sore throat, stomach pain, hearing difficulty, chest pain, urine color change, fatigue, unusual bleeding or bruising, change in the amount of urine. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE NEORAL:
NEORAL: NEORAL is taken orally. The capsules are to be swallowed whole. Take NEORAL at the same time each day and consistently with or without food. Follow the dosing schedule for NEORAL carefully. If you were previously taking another brand of NEORAL, your dosing may be changed. Ask your doctor any questions you have about your treatment.

NEORAL WARNING:
Cyclosporine reduces the body's ability to fight illness/disease (immunosupp