Cyclosporine is a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant used systemically for prevention of allograft rejection and for certain autoimmune conditions, and topically for chronic dry eye disease (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) and severe vernal keratoconjunctivitis. Systemic formulations include: Sandimmune (non-modified) injection 50 mg/mL (5 mL; contains 3…
Common clinical indications
Prophylaxis of organ transplant rejection (systemic)
Selected autoimmune and inflammatory disorders (systemic, per protocol)
What is Cyclosporine (systemic and ophthalmic) used for?
Cyclosporine (systemic and ophthalmic) (Cyclosporine) is listed in YMed Atlas under Immunosuppressant. Indications, dosing, and safety information on this page summarize curated references—always confirm with current labeling, formularies, and local protocols.
How do I adjust dosing for renal impairment or special populations?
Review the dosing sections and references for this monograph. Many agents require renal or hepatic adjustment; pediatric, pregnancy, and lactation considerations are clinician-specific. This interface is educational and does not replace individualized prescribing decisions.
Is this medical advice?
No. YMed Atlas drug pages support learning and quick reference. They are not a substitute for clinical judgment, pharmacist review, or formal interaction checking with a complete medication list.
