Cyclosporine
Cyclosporine is a drug that suppresses the immune system. It is used in combination with other immune suppressive drugs to prevent rejection of transplanted organs by the immune system. There are two different forms of cyclosporine, Sandimmune and Neoral. These products differ in important ways and each is used in combination with different additional immunosupressant drugs. Inadequate immune suppression may result in organ rejection and serious complications. People taking cyclosporine should follow their prescribing doctor’s directions exactly and discuss with their doctor any changes in drug therapy, vitamins, supplements, herbal products, or any other substances before making the changes.
Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods
May Be Beneficial: Depletion or interference—This medication may deplete these substances from the body or interfere with how they work; extra intake may help replenish them. |
Magnesium
Red Wines
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May Be Beneficial: Side effect reduction and/or prevention—These substances may help reduce the likelihood and/or severity of a potential side effect caused by the medication.
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Ginkgo*
Omega-3 Fatty Acids*
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May Be Beneficial: Supportive interaction—These substances may help this medication work better. |
Vitamin E*
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Avoid: Reduces drug effectiveness—When taking this medication, avoid these substances as they may decrease the medication's absorption and/or activity in the body. |
Chinese Scullcap
St. John’s Wort*
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Avoid: Adverse interaction—When taking this medication, avoid these substances, as the combination may cause undesirable or dangerous interactions. |
Potassium
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Check: Explanation needed—When taking this medication, read the article details and discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist before taking these substances. |
Apples
Grapefruit
Milk
Oranges
Quercetin
Pomegranate*
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