Generic for Gengraf for Organ Transplantation - Drug Information

Generic Name - Cyclosporine

Category - Immunosuppressant

Indications

Organ transplantation.
Generic Gengraf is indicated to decrease the immune system's response to a transplanted organ, which the body would otherwise see as foreign. Cyclosporine (Generic Gengraf) is used to reduce immune responses and prevent rejection in patients who receive organ or bone marrow transplants.

Generic for Gengraf Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Gengraf is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Gengraf should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Gout
High blood pressure
Infection
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Previous coal tar, PUVA, ultraviolet, or radiation therapy
Recent vaccinations

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Gengraf. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Acyclovir
Antibiotics and other medicines for infections
Anti-inflammatory drugs
Bosentan
Female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills
Ganciclovir
Lovastatin
Medicines for fungal infections
Medicines for high blood pressure
Misoprostol
Omeprazole
Orlistat
Seizure (convulsion) or epilepsy medicine
Sertraline
St. John's wort
Vaccines
Water pills
Warfarin

Generic for Gengraf Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericGengraf
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Gengraf in the Immune response Suppression is a single dose of 15 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight 4 to 12 hours before a transplant and 1 dose daily for 1 to 2 weeks after the operation. After that, the doctor may advise a daily dose of 5 to 10 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight.

Generic for Gengraf Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Gengraf side Effects include confusion, depression
High blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, increased urge to urinate or frequent urination
Numbness, tingling in the hands and feet, seizures (convulsions),signs and symptoms of an infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, stomach pain and wheezing or shortness of breath and yellow-colored skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Gengraf.

Generic for Gengraf and Pregnancy

Studies do not indicate whether Generic Gengraf is likely to harm the growing fetus. Hence, talk to your doctor and seek medical advice.

Generic for Gengraf and Breastfeeding

Generic Gengraf is excreted in breast milk. It is not recommended to breast feed a baby while taking this medicine.

Generic for Gengraf and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Gengraf in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Gengraf and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Gengraf in geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Gengraf serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.