Question 1

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 2

has anyone ever been given cyclosporine to treat excezma and does it work well?

Accepted Answer

Yes but....: Before using cyclosprorin, get tested for igg food sensitivities. Or at least try avoiding the most common food allergens for a few wks and then add back in slowly to determine what u r reacting to.   The most common are wheat, all dairy products, corn, oats, soy, eggs.It can be any food.  U need to do a yeast cleanse and start basic vitamins as well.  I've treated many difficult cases w/success.

Question 3

is it okay to mix neoral (cyclosporine) and gengraf?

Accepted Answer

Probably: It sounds as if you're asking about commercial bone grafting materials for oral surgery. If that's the case, it's very common to mix components to form a composite graft.

Question 4

how does cyclosporine damage kidneys ?

Accepted Answer

Different ways: While Cyclosporine is a very important medication used in the transplant field and in different rheumatologic and autoimmune diseases it sometimes may damage the kidneys by causing constriction of the vessels inside them. If you are concerned about potential side effects of this medication you should ask your prescribing physician about it.

Question 5

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.

Question 6

has anyone ever been given cyclosporine to treat eczema?

Accepted Answer

Severe cases.: In very severe cases Cyclosporine has been used. In most cases it is treated with prescription creams and oral steroids for brief periods. A recent report shows that vitamin d 1600 units is helpful for eczema. In over 60 per cent of eczema patient sublingual desentization can cause resolution of eczema over a 2 year period.

Question 7

is taking 1.5mg of cyclosporine daily for long periods safe?

Accepted Answer

Immune suppression: Cyclosporine is an immune suppressing medication that is used for a variety of conditions such as organ transplantation to prevent rejection, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. The issue is not whether it is safe, since it can have many side effects, but whether it is at the correct dose and controlling the person's condition. The person taking it should review this with their doctor.

Question 8

can someone take cyclosporine at low does for long periods relatively safely?

Accepted Answer

Cyclosporine : It depends on the process  being treated. It can be givenfor long periods of time at a low dose, but must be constantly monitored because if its side effects.

Question 9

is restasis (cyclosporine) ototoxic? as i know cyclosporine is ototoxic is it true?

Accepted Answer

Restasis: I am aware of 1 case reported to the FDA between 2004 &amp; 2012.

Question 10

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.

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