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Calcineurin inhibitors are a class of drugs that are commonly used to treat inflammatory-related
disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. Some medications are also used
to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients.
Calcineurin inhibitors works by reducing the activity of the immune system, and for transplant
patients, to prevent the immune system from attacking the transplanted organ.
Calcineurin inhibitors share a few common side effects such as diarrhea, constipation,
nausea, and tremor.
Some examples of medications in this class are Neoral, also known as cyclosporine, and
Protopic, also known as tacrolimus.
Calcineurin inhibitors share a few common serious side effects. These medications may
lower the ability of their immune system to fight infections. Report any sign of an infection
such as a fever, cough, flu-like symptoms, or have open cuts or sores on your body.
There have also been cases of unusual cancers in patients using calcineurin inhibitors.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your risk of getting cancer when taking this kind
of medication.
It is always a good idea to ask questions about your medication if you are unsure or
if you experience something out of the ordinary.
For more information on this medication and all other medications, explore the RxWiki
encyclopedia on the web or on your mobile device.
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