Sandimmun Neoral (Cyclosporin)


Brand Name: Sandimmun Neoral

Generic Name: Cyclosporin

Manufacturer/Agent: Novartis Pharma


Formulation: caps

Strength: 25mg

Pack size: 50

Trade Price: KES 6,140.67

Retail Price: @ KES 163.75


Class: Anticancer/immunosuppressants: Other (Oncology & immunosuppression drugs)

Mechanism of Action:


Synonym: Ciclosporin

Molecular Formulae: C62H111N11O12 = 1202.6

Precautions: Use with aminoglycosides.

Indications/Uses: With corticosteroids for prophylaxis and treatment of graft rejection; 14-18mg/kg.

Interactions: Substrate of cyp3a3/4. inducers eg rifampicin decrease effect while inhibitors eg ketoconazole increase effect of saquinavir

Side Effects: Raised serum creatinine and urea. fatigue. gingival hypertrophy. gastro-intestinal upset. burning sensation . renal toxicity. hypertension. hirsutism. tremor.