Oncyclo 50mg Capsule
Manufacturer
Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
Salt Composition
Ciclosporin (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is used to prevent the body from rejecting a new organ after a liver, kidney, heart transplant, or bone marrow transplantation.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response to help accept a newly transplanted organ (e.g. liver, kidney, or heart). In rheumatoid arthritis, this immunosuppressive effect reduces inflammation (swelling) of joints and limits joint damage. In psoriasis, it works by reducing the activity of certain immune cells that cause overproduction of skin cells, thus improving scaling and redness.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Oncyclo 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response to help accept a newly transplanted organ (e.g. liver, kidney, or heart). In rheumatoid arthritis, this immunosuppressive effect reduces inflammation (swelling) of joints and limits joint damage. In psoriasis, it works by reducing the activity of certain immune cells that cause overproduction of skin cells, thus improving scaling and redness.
Quick Tips
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients. It may take 3 to 4 months for the medication to work. Keep taking it as prescribed. Do not stop taking Oncyclo 50mg Capsule without talking to your doctor first.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Oncyclo 50mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressants.
Can Oncyclo 50mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, Oncyclo 50mg Capsule may cause weight gain. However, the changes in weight are uncommon side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects worry you.
Does Oncyclo 50mg Capsule cause hair growth?
Yes, the use of Oncyclo 50mg Capsule may cause abnormal hair growth (hypertrichosis) as a common side effect of Oncyclo 50mg Capsule, though it does not affect everyone.
Does Oncyclo 50mg Capsule cause fatigue?
Yes, Oncyclo 50mg Capsule may cause fatigue as a common side effect. However, fatigue could also be due to an underlying disease. Discuss with your doctor if this side effect worries you.
Do I need to get any tests done while being treated with Oncyclo 50mg Capsule?
Yes, the doctor may suggest tests to check the levels of Oncyclo 50mg Capsule in your blood, especially if you have had a transplant. You may also be advised to get your blood pressure checked before the start of your treatment and regularly during treatment. In addition, liver and kidney function tests along with your blood lipids (fats), will be checked.
Can Oncyclo 50mg Capsule cause cancer?
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is known to suppress the immune system. This as a result, increases your risk of developing cancers, particularly of the skin and lymphoid system. You should limit your exposure to sunlight and UV light by wearing appropriate protective clothing. Sunscreen should be applied frequently with a high protection factor.
What are the side effects of Oncyclo 50mg Capsule?
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule may cause side effects such as headache, diarrhea, heartburn, increased hair growth on the face, arms, or back, growth of extra tissue on the gums, acne, flushing, and uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body. You may also experience burning or tingling sensation in the hands, arms, feet, or legs, muscle or joint pain, cramps, pain or pressure in the face, ear problems, breast enlargement in men, depression and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
How should Oncyclo 50mg Capsule be taken?
Take Oncyclo 50mg Capsule strictly as advised by your doctor. The doctor will decide and carefully adjust your dose according to your medical requirements. It is important to keep a constant amount of Oncyclo 50mg Capsule in the body, and hence, the medicine should be taken at the same time each day. Not only is the time of day important, but also when Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is taken concerning meals.
How long do I need to take Oncyclo 50mg Capsule?
Take Oncyclo 50mg Capsule for as long as the doctor has advised. The duration of treatment depends on whether you are taking it after a transplant or for the treatment of other conditions. Usually, the treatment may last for 8 weeks if you are taking it for severe rash.
What is Oncyclo 50mg Capsule used for?
Oncyclo 50mg Capsule is used in combination with other medications which are used to prevent transplant rejection (attack of the transplanted organ by the immune system of the person who received the organ) in people who have received kidney, liver and heart transplants. These combination medicines also help to treat the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (a disease, affecting the joints with pain and swelling) in patients whose symptoms were not relieved by methotrexate alone. It is also used to treat psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body), and atopic dermatitis (skin allergies).
