Please tell me about Cyclosporin?

[MacSas]

I have a week to make a decision ... My specialist is putting me on this drug to help my inflamed eczema. I have read some articles on the net but find the side affects confusing. Can someone help? Would love to hear from someone who is/has also taken the drug for skin troubles. I'm also on Prozac and sleeping pills, will this matter?

[tinmuning]

Cyclosporine is a generic immunosuppressant drug used primarily in patients for organ transplant. It is also used in other indications such as Rheumatoid Arthritis & Psoriasis. Usual adverse reactions include renal dysfunction, headache, hypertension, hypertriglyceridemia, hirsutism/hypertrichosis, paresthesia or hyperesthesia, influenza-like symptoms, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, lethargy, and musculoskeletal or joint pain.

Re: interaction between cyclosporine and Prozac, "A case report has suggested that the addition or discontinuation of fluoxetine (Prozac) may increase or decrease cyclosporine levels, respectively. Until more information is available, cyclosporine levels and renal function, including serum creatinine, should be carefully monitored. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, fatigue, or headache."

[MacSas]

Thanks for your informative reply. It's very helpful.