What side effects can this medication cause?
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop fever or chills, a sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising, mouth sores, abdominal pain, pale stools, or darkened urine. These symptoms could be early signs of dangerous side effects.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking cyclosporin and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, closing of your throat, swelling of your lips, tongue, or face, or hives)
unusual tiredness or weakness
cough or hoarseness
fever or chills
painful or difficult urination
severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
unusual bleeding or bruising
seizures
a sudden unusual feeling of discomfort or illness
Other, less serious side effects may also occur. Continue to take cyclosporin and notify your doctor if you experience:
tremor (shaking)
gum problems
high blood pressure
numbness or tingling
decreased appetite
Immunosuppressant drugs such as cyclosporin increase your risk of certain types of cancer, such as lymphomas or skin cancer. Ask you doctor about the risks and benefits of cyclosporin in your treatment.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?