Ciclosporin Capsules
Ciclosporin capsules for rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. It suppresses T-lymphocyte activity by blocking a specific cell-signalling pathway.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50mg | 30 capsules | $140.00 | $4.67 |
| 50mg | 60 capsules | $263.00 | $4.38 |
| 50mg | 90 capsules | $369.00 | $4.10 |
| 100mg | 30 capsules | $284.00 | $9.47 |
| 100mg | 60 capsules | $549.00 | $9.15 |
| 100mg | 90 capsules | $779.00 | $8.66 |
- Category
- Autoimmune Support
- Active ingredient
- Ciclosporin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule
- Strengths
- 50mg · 100mg
A generic with the stated active ingredient and strength. The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Ciclosporin Capsules on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis · Psoriasis · Organ Transplant Rejection
- Alternative names
- neoral
- Therapeutic class
- Calcineurin Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Immunosuppressant
- Contraindications
- severe renal impairment; uncontrolled hypertension; malignancies
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; tremor
- Moderate side effects
- renal dysfunction; hypertension; hirsutism
- Dosage forms
- Capsule
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Ketoconazole; Rifampin; Grapefruit
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult patients.
Serious side effects
severe nephrotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; severe systemic infections, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Ciclosporin capsules for rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. It suppresses T-lymphocyte activity by blocking a specific cell-signalling pathway.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits the activation of calcineurin, suppressing interleukin-2 transcription to prevent T-lymphocyte cell division.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Risk of low birth weight. Avoid unless essential. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
FAQ
What kind of medicine is Ciclosporin?
Ciclosporin is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, ciclosporin, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
How is Ciclosporin priced?
It depends on the strength and pack. Ciclosporin comes in 50mg and 100mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 90 capsules, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per capsule.
Payment and prices →What other names is Ciclosporin sold under?
Other brand names for ciclosporin include Neoral. In South Africa, ciclosporin is also sold under brand names such as Sandimmun.
What is Ciclosporin used for?
Ciclosporin is used for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and organ transplant rejection.
When does Ciclosporin start working?
Ciclosporin usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. This varies from person to person.
Does Ciclosporin have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of ciclosporin are nausea, headache and tremor. Less common ones include renal dysfunction, hypertension and hirsutism. Serious but less common side effects include severe nephrotoxicity and severe systemic infections, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Ciclosporin interact with?
Ciclosporin can interact with ketoconazole, rifampicin and grapefruit. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Ciclosporin.
Is Ciclosporin available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Ciclosporin. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Ciclosporin to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Ciclosporin Capsules is a generic, listed by its active ingredient, Ciclosporin.
- The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry details.