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Cyclosporine

Common brand names:

Gengraf, Restasis, Sandimmune, Neoral, Sandimmun

Cyclosporine is a drug that suppresses the immune system. It is used in combination with other immune suppressive drugs to prevent rejection of transplanted organs by the immune system. There are two different forms of cyclosporine, Sandimmune and Neoral. These products differ in important ways and each is used in combination with different additional immunosupressant drugs. Inadequate immune suppression may result in organ rejection and serious complications. People taking cyclosporine should follow their prescribing doctor’s directions exactly and discuss with their doctor any changes in drug therapy, vitamins, supplements, herbal products, or any other substances before making the changes.

Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods

What Are Nutrient Interactions

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Replenish Depleted Nutrients	Magnesium Red Wines
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Reduce Side Effects	Ginkgo Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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Support Medicine	Vitamin E
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Reduces Effectiveness	Chinese Scullcap St. John’s Wort
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Potential Negative Interaction	Potassium
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Explanation Required	Apples Grapefruit Milk Oranges Quercetin Pomegranate
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The Drug-Nutrient Interactions table may not include every possible interaction. Taking medicines with meals, on an empty stomach, or with alcohol may influence their effects. For details, refer to the manufacturers’ package information as these are not covered in this table. If you take medications, always discuss the potential risks and benefits of adding a new supplement with your doctor or pharmacist.

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