Question 1

is there a web site for free cyclosporine?

Accepted Answer

RxAssist Database: Talk to your physician about your drug costs. And, don't be reluctant to look at all possibilities for reducing your medication costs-including those from drug companies, community health centers, local social service programs or charitable programs. Visit www.Rxassist.Org to help find options.

Question 2

is there a web site for cyclosporine medication?

Accepted Answer

No: Cyclosporine is a prescription.  You can't get it just going online.  You need a doctor's prescription for it after being evaluated.

Question 3

is there a treatment of psoriasis with cyclosporine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cyclosporin is a systemic medications used for severe psoriasis.  It works quickly, but is toxic to the kidneys with long term use, so it is recommended that it be used for a limited period of time (6-12 months maximum).  Generally it is used to get a patient through a short-term severe flare or to give rapid response while waiting for a slower acting medication like Methotrexate to "kick in".

Question 4

my husband is taking cyclosporine/immunosuppressive medicine long-term, could that cause birth deffects on a fetus/baby?

Accepted Answer

Tough question.: Although the FDA had classified cyclosporin as pregnancy category C meaning that the risk to the fetus is unknown, its effect on sperm is even less known. Thus it is a subject you will need to discuss with the OB doctor.

Question 5

i'm taking sandimmun neoral (cyclosporine). what are the risks if i drink a lot of alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Liver toxicity: The biggest risk would be liver toxicity.

Question 6

can you use cyclosporine chronic use?

Accepted Answer

If prescribed: If you are under the care of a doctor and require the use of Cyclosporine chronically, then yes, you can use it.

Question 7

cyclosporine neoral (cyclosporine) and pandax ginseng interactions?

Accepted Answer

None: No interactions found (medscape interaction checker)

Question 8

treat psoriasis with cyclosporine?

Accepted Answer

Last resort: Cyclosporine is an effective treatment for psoriasis - but it is usually used only when all else has failed, because it is toxic to the liver and kidneys, among other things, and weakens the immune system. It should never be taken without close monitoring by an expert in its use for that purpose (usually a dermatologist).

Question 9

does cyclosporine work on hives?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Cyclosporine and other potent immunosuppressant agents are very effective for hives. They are reserved for patients whose hives are resistant to medications with fewer side-effects and that require less on-going monitoring for safety.

Question 10

cyclosporine for immunotherapy and other uses. safe?

Accepted Answer

Relatively, yes: All drugs have potential side effects, some worse than others. Cyclosporine works well for its uses, but patients must be willing to work with doc closely to prevent untoward events, e.g. Reporting any side effects, reporting fever or infection immediately no matter how seemingly slight. Co-operate with doc when monitoring lab work is asked for; it's for your protection & well-being.

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