SPRINTAS 100mg Capsule 5’s
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Introduction About SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE contains Cyclosporine which belongs to the group of
medicines called Immunosuppressants. It is used to manage graft
rejection in patients undergoing transplantation of any organ, bone
marrow or stem cells.
It can also be used to manage various
auto-immune disease conditions such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (or
eczema), rheumatoid arthritis (joint inflammation), nephrotic syndrome
(a kidney disease) or eye inflammation (such as endogenous uveitis,
including Behçet’s uveitis). It is mostly used in combination with other
immune suppressants (such as azathioprine) to achieve maximum benefits.
Take
SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE regularly as instructed by your doctor. While
undergoing therapy with SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE your doctor will
periodically monitor your blood pressure, blood cholesterol levels,
liver and kidney functions to avoid the risk of side effects.
Your
doctor may also prescribe you blood tests and urine tests at regular
intervals to access the improvement in your health conditions. During
management with SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE, avoid exposing your skin towards
direct sunlight. Wear protective loose-fitting clothes and apply
sunscreen while going outdoors.
Before taking SPRINTAS 100MG
CAPSULE inform your doctor if you have any liver problems or any signs
of infections (such as fever or sore throat). You must also inform your
doctor if you have hepatitis C infection, fits, low blood magnesium
levels, gout, alcohol dependence or if you are about to receive any
vaccinations as a precaution.
SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE is not
recommended for use in patients with severe uncontrollable infections,
any types of cancer or severe high blood pressure. Do not take SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or
breastfeeding.
Avoid consuming grapefruit or drinking grapefruit
juice while taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE as it may increase the risk of
side effects. The most common side effects of taking SPRINTAS 100MG
CAPSULE are increase in blood sugar levels, increase in blood
cholesterol levels, increased blood potassium levels, high blood
pressure, headache, loss of appetite, acne, hot flushes, tiredness,
excessive facial hair and low blood magnesium levels in blood. Consult
your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
Uses Of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE
- Prevents graft rejection following organ transplantation
- Manage auto-immune skin diseases such as psoriasis or atopic dermatitis
- Manage rheumatoid arthritis (joint inflammation)
- Manage nephrotic syndrome (a kidney disease)
- Manage eye inflammation (such as endogenous uveitis, including Behçet’s uveitis)
How SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE Works
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE is an immunosuppressive agent. It works by blocking the
release of certain chemicals in the body (such as T-cells, interleukins
and cytokines) that triggers the immune response. This action suppresses
your body’s immune functions and enables your body to accept the newly
transplanted organ. It also stops the abnormal immune response in the
body and manages your body from attacking its own cells.
How to use SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE
Take
SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow the
medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop
taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects Of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE
Common
- high blood pressure
- headache, shakiness
- nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, diarrhoea
- acne, hot flushes, fever, tiredness
- excessive facial hair
- high blood cholesterol levels
- high blood sugar levels
- tingling sensation in the body
- muscle spasm, swollen gums
- high blood levels of uric acid or potassium
- low levels of magnesium in blood
Uncommon
- lack of sleep
- oedema, weight gain
Rare
- inflammation of the pancreas, severe upper stomach pain
- menstrual irregularities, breast enlargement in men
Stop taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of infections (such as fever or sore throat)
- signs
of brain infection called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
(such as vision changes, loss of coordination, being clumsy, memory
loss, problems in speaking or understanding, muscle weakness) - brain
problems (causing seizures, confusion, disorientation, lack of
response, behavioural changes, agitation, sleeplessness, vision changes,
paralysis, stiff neck, loss of coordination with or without unusual
speech or eye movements) - swelling at the back of the eye with blurred vision
- signs of liver problems (such as yellow skin and eyes, nausea, loss of appetite and dark urine)
- low urine output, kidney problems
- low
level of red blood cells or platelets (causing pale skin, tiredness,
breathlessness, having dark urine, bruising or bleeding with no obvious
reasons, confusion, disorientation, being less alert and having kidney
problems)
How To Manage Side Effects
Nausea or vomiting:
Try
to take SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE with or just after meals. Stick to
simple meals and avoid oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if
nausea worsens.
Headache:
Rest and
relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water
or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be
beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate
your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless
considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor
before taking it.
Breastfeeding
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE may pass through the breast milk. Therefore, it is not
recommended for use in breastfeeding woman. However, consult your doctor
before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE.
Alcohol
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE as it might worsen your condition.
Kidney
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with other kidney
problems (except for nephrotic syndrome). Therefore, consult your doctor
before taking it.
Liver
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver
problems (including Hepatitis C infection). Therefore, consult your
doctor before taking it.
Allergy
Talk to your doctor before taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to cyclosporine.
Others
SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you:
- have severe infections in the body which is unable to control
- have any type of cancer
- have uncontrollably high blood pressure
Before taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE inform your doctor if you:
- have any signs of infection, such as fever or sore throat
- have low levels of magnesium in the body
- have high blood potassium levels
- have gout (joint pain caused due to fluid accumulation)
- are about to receive any vaccination
- have or ever had alcohol-related problems
- have epilepsy
Use in paediatrics:
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE should only be used to manage nephrotic syndrome in
children. It is generally not recommended for managing graft rejection
or for managing other auto-immune disease condition apart from nephrotic
syndrome in children. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Use in geriatrics:
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients.
Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Proper dose adjustments
and careful monitoring are required in such patients.
Interactions
A. Drug – Drug interactions:
Before taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
- St. John’s Wort (an herbal medicine used to manage depression)
- dabigatran etexilate (a medicine used to manage blood clots after surgery)
- bosentan or aliskiren (medicines used to manage high blood pressure)
- vaccines
- medicines
that can increase blood potassium levels in the body (such as potassium
supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics (Ex. amiloride, triamterene
or spironolactone)) - methotrexate (a medicine used to manage cancer and severe rheumatoid arthritis)
- medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. erythromycin, azithromycin, gentamycin, tobramycin, ciprofloxacin)
- medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. voriconazole, itraconazole, terbinafine, amphotericin B)
- medicines used for heart problems or high blood pressure (Ex. diltiazem, nicardipine, verapamil, digoxin, amiodarone)
- metoclopramide (a medicine used to stop nausea and vomiting)
- danazol (a medicine used to manage overgrowth in the uterus)
- oral contraceptives (birth control pills) Ex. ethinylestradiol
- medicines used to manage gout (Ex. colchicine, allopurinol)
- medicines used to manage gallstones (Ex. ursodiol)
- medicines used to manage leukaemia and other cancers (Ex. imatinib, melphalan, etoposide, doxorubicin)
- barbiturates (used to reduce anxiety and to induce sleep) Ex. phenobarbital
- medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin, cannabidiol)
- octreotide (a medicine used to manage hormonal disorder, (acromegaly) and tumours)
- orlistat (a medicine that helps in weight loss)
- ticlopidine (a medicine used to manage blood clots due to platelet aggregation)
- other medicines used to supress immune system (Ex. everolimus, sirolimus, tacrolimus)
- medicine used to reduce pain and inflammation Ex. diclofenac
- medicines used to lower cholesterol levels (Ex. fenofibrate, atorvastatin, Fluvastatin)
- medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. isoniazid, rifampicin)
- medicines used to manage HIV infections (Ex. acyclovir, ritonavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir, efavirenz, etravirine, nevirapine)
- medicines
used to manage hepatitis C infection (Ex. telaprevir, boceprevir, the
combination ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir with or without dasabuvir,
elbasvir/grazoprevir and glecaprevir/pibrentasvir) - medicines used to manage gastric problems (Ex. omeprazole, cimetidine, magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide)
- trimethoprim or cotrimoxazole (used to manage bacterial infections)
- corticosteroids (used to manage allergic or autoimmune diseases) Ex. prednisolone, methylprednisolone
- medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. repaglinide)
B. Drug – food interactions
Avoid consuming grapes or grapefruit juice while taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE as it may increase the risk of side effects.
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally took more SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms
of overdosage might include vomiting, drowsiness, headache, fast
heartbeat and kidney damage.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Cyclosporine |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Calcineurin inhibitors |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Graft rejection, Autoimmune diseases |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Injection, Infusion, Oral Solution, Oral Suspension, Eye Drops, Ophthalmic Emulsion |
More Information
- Keep SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE out of reach of children
- Store SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE at room temperature
FAQs About SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE
What is the use of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE?
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE is used to manage graft rejection in patients undergoing
transplantation of any organ, bone marrow or stem cells. It can also be
used to manage various auto-immune disease conditions such as psoriasis,
atopic dermatitis (or eczema), rheumatoid arthritis, nephrotic syndrome
or eye inflammation (such as endogenous uveitis, including Behçet’s
uveitis).
How SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE works?
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE is an immunosuppressive agent. It works by blocking the
release of certain chemicals in the body (such as T-cells, interleukins
and cytokines) that triggers the immune response. This action suppresses
your body’s immune functions and enables your body to accept the newly
transplanted organ. It also stops the abnormal immune response in the
body and manages your body from attacking its own cells.
How to take SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE?
Take
SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow the
medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Is SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE an antibiotic?
No.
SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE is an immunosuppressive agent. It suppresses
your body’s immune functions and enables your body to accept the
transplanted organ. It also stops the abnormal immune response in the
body and manages your body from attacking its own cells.
What precautions must be followed while taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE?
Before
taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE inform your doctor if you have any liver
problems or any signs of infections (such as fever or sore throat). You
must also inform your doctor if you have hepatitis C infection, fits,
low blood magnesium levels, gout, alcohol dependence, severe
uncontrollable infections, any types of cancer, severe high blood
pressure or if you are about to receive any vaccinations as a
precaution. Inform your doctor before taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE if
you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How long should I take SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE?
You
need to take SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE for the stipulated duration
prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and
duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and
disease condition.
What to do if I forgot to take a dose of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE?
If
you forgot to take a dose of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE, take it as soon as
you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do
not take a double dose of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE to compensate the
missed ones.
Is SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE safe?
The
most common side effects of taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE are increase
in blood sugar levels, increase in blood cholesterol levels, increased
blood potassium levels, high blood pressure, headache, loss of appetite,
acne, hot flushes, tiredness, excessive facial hair and low blood
magnesium levels in blood. Consult your doctor if any of these side
effects worsen.
Can I stop taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE without consulting your doctor?
No.
You should not stop taking SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE without consulting
your doctor because your body’s immune system may once again attempt to
reject the newly transplanted organ. Therefore, take SPRINTAS 100MG
CAPSULE for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to
achieve maximum results.
What happens if I take too more of SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE?
If
you or anyone else accidentally took more SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms
of overdosage might include vomiting, drowsiness, headache, fast
heartbeat and kidney damage.
Can I use SPRINTAS 100MG CAPSULE if I suffer from kidney diseases?
SPRINTAS
100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with other kidney
problems (except for nephrotic syndrome). Therefore, consult your doctor
before taking it.
| Weight | 10 g |
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