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Grafotas 25mg Capsule is a product of Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition: Ciclosporin (25mg)

Pack of 5 capsule

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Grafotas 25mg Capsule

Description:

Grafotas 25mg Capsule is used to prevent the body from rejecting a new organ after a liver, kidney, heart transplant, or bone marrow transplantation. It weakens the immune system so that your body does not attack the new organ. It is also used to treat nephrotic syndrome, severe rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriasis.

The amount of Grafotas 25mg Capsule you take depends on your weight, medical condition, and what you are being treated for. Your doctor will plan the correct dose for you. Do not change the dose without talking to your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. It is better to take it, in the same way, and at the same time every day to get the maximum benefit. Retain taking it for as long as you have been told to, even if you feel well. Stopping treatment may increase the risk of your transplanted organ being rejected.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, unusual growth of facial or body hair, high blood pressure, diarrhea, gingival hyperplasia, and tremors. Because it lowers your immune system, you may also catch more infections than usual. Tell your doctor straight away if you develop an infection. For the same reason, you may be more at risk of developing some cancers, particularly of the skin. You should limit your exposure to sunlight.

Earlier taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, high blood pressure, gout (increased uric acid levels in the blood), or epilepsy. Also, tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking as they may affect the working of the medicine. This medicine should only be used in pregnancy if it is clearly needed. However, it is not recommended while breastfeeding. You will have frequent medical tests while taking this medicine to check your blood pressure, liver and kidney function, and mineral levels. The results of tests may lead to changes in your dose.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Grafotas 25mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Grafotas

  • Headache
  • High blood pressure
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Increased hair growth
  • Renal dysfunction
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Tremors
  • Gingival hypertrophy (gum enlargement)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Grafotas 25mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Grafotas 25mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Grafotas 25mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Grafotas 25mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Grafotas 25mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Grafotas 25mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Grafotas 25mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Grafotas 25mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.

FAQs:

Is Grafotas 25mg Capsule a steroid?

No, Grafotas 25mg Capsule is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. It decreases the action of the body’s immune system.

Can Grafotas 25mg Capsule cause weight gain?

Affirmative, Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule cause hair growth?

Affirmative, the use of Grafotas 25mg Capsule may cause abnormal hair growth (hypertrichosis) as a common side effect of Grafotas 25mg Capsule, though it does not affect everyone.

Does Grafotas 25mg Capsule cause fatigue?

Affirmative, Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule?

Affirmative, the doctor may suggest tests to check the levels of Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule cause cancer?

Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule?

Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule be taken?

Take Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule is taken concerning meals.

How long do I need to take Grafotas 25mg Capsule?

Take Grafotas 25mg 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 Grafotas 25mg Capsule used for?

Grafotas 25mg 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).

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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