cyclosporine-IV (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, chickenpox, herpes zoster, any infections, diabetes, any allergies. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its side effects, especially high blood pressure and kidney problems. Cyclosporine should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug is excreted into breast milk and should not be used while breast-feeding. Consult your doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, including: gentamicin, tobramycin, vancomycin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, cimetidine, colchicine, quinupristin/dalfopristin, amiodarone, amphotericin B, ketoconazole, ranitidine, diclofenac, tacrolimus, diltiazem, nicardipine, verapamil, nifedipine, fluconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin, methylprednisolone, allopurinol, bromocriptine, danazol, metoclopramide, nafcillin, rifampin, rifabutin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, octreotide, ticlopidine, prednisolone, digoxin, triamterene, spironolactone, amiloride, birth control pills, "statin" drugs for high cholesterol, St John's wort, carvedilol, nefazodone, live vaccines. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
NOTES: It is important to keep regular doctor visits so your progress can be monitored. Laboratory tests will be done periodically while receiving this medication.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry area and protect from light. Do not store in the bathroom.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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