Ciclosporin (Cyclosporine)

• It is given orally, consistent with relation to time of day and meals. Ciclosporin is usually given twice daily.
• Your doctor will work out the correct dose of Ciclosporin for you depending on your body weight and your condition. Your doctor will also tell you how often to take your medicine. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
• For oral suspensions, you should always use the syringe provided by the manufacturer to ensure that the correct dose is taken.
• The dose will vary for each person depending on factors such as severity of your disease and your response to the treatment.
• Swallow your capsules with a glass of water. Do not break or crush them and do not take any capsules that have broken or split open.
• Treatment will continue for as long as you need the medication's effects to prevent your organs from being targeted by your immune system.
• Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.

If you forget to take a dose. take it as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose.