Advagraf 3 mg Capsule | 10 Capsules in 1 Strip

Introduction of Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

​​Advagraf 3 mg Capsule is a drug that suppresses the immune system. It is used in combination with other medicines to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ, such as a kidney, liver or heart. By weakening the immune system, the medicine allows the transplanted organ to be accepted by the body, reducing the risk of rejection.

​​Taking Advagraf 3 mg can cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. These side effects may be temporary and usually go away on their own. However, if they persist or worsen, contact your doctor or health care professional for advice. Also, Advagraf 3 mg Capsule may cause serious side effects such as an increased risk of infection and lymphoma, so it is important to contact your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Use of this medicine may also cause drowsiness and dizziness, so it is important to avoid activities that require alertness such as driving or operating heavy machinery.

​​Advagraf 3 mg Capsule should not be taken during pregnancy, while you are trying to become pregnant or while you are breastfeeding as it may cause birth defects or miscarriage. It is important to tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection or any unexpected bruising or bleeding before taking Advagraf 3 Capsule. You should also tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking as they may interact with Advagraf Capsule. You will have regular blood tests to check the number of blood cells, and sugar and cholesterol levels in your blood.

​​Take Advagraf Capsule before eating or as directed by your doctor. The dose and the length of time you are treated will depend on your condition. Take it at the same time each day to help maintain a regular level of it in your body. Do not stop taking Advagraf 3 Capsule without consulting your doctor as this may increase the risk of organ rejection. Use caution when taking Advagraf Capsule as it suppresses the immune system and may increase the risk of getting infected.​

Uses of Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

​Prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients: Advagraf 3 mg Capsule is an immunosuppressive drug commonly used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients. Advagraf works by inhibiting the activity of immune cells, which can help to reduce the risk of transplant rejection.​

Benefits of Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

​​​Prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients: Advagraf 3 mg Capsule is classified as an immunosuppressive medicine. Advagraf 3 mg Capsule inhibiting the immune system, thereby reducing the likelihood of the body rejecting transplanted organs such as the kidney, liver, and heart. This medication has also demonstrated efficacy in treating particular autoimmune disorders like lupus, sarcoidosis, and myasthenia gravies, compared to other immunosuppressive drugs. Advagraf 3 mg has a lower likelihood of causing infections. It may be used with other immunosuppressive drugs such as cyclosporine to enhance its effectiveness. Advagraf 3 mg has been utilized for several years in transplant patients and is effective in preventing organ rejection in the long run.

Side Effects of Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

Like all medication, Advagraf 3 mg Capsule may cause some side effects. If you experience any of these side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to manage or reduce the severity of these side effects.​

Most Common Side Effects of Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

• Pain or burning when you urinated
  
• dark urine
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Loss of muscle control
• Confusion
• Thinking problems

Common Side Effects of Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

• Diarrhoea
  
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Rash
• Fever
• Dizziness
• Sore Throat

How to Use Advagraf 3 mg Capsule?

Take Advagraf 3 mg Capsule on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating. The exact dosage and duration of treatment will be determined by a doctor and will depend on the individual's condition and response to the medication. It's very important to take Advagraf Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor and not to change the dose or stop taking Advagraf 3 Capsule without first consulting your doctor. It's also important to keep all appointments with your doctor and lab tests while taking this Advagraf to check your progress and monitor for side effects.​

How Advagraf 3 mg Capsule Works?

Advagraf 3 mg works by inhibiting the activity of a protein called calcineurin. Calcineurin is involved in activating T cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune response. By inhibiting calcineurin, Advagraf 3 mg Capsule suppresses the activation of T cells, which in turn helps to prevent the rejection of transplanted organs.​

Safety Advices Advagraf 3 mg Capsule

Driving

Unsafe

Kidney

Use with Caution

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Liver

Use with Caution

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Alcohol

Unsafe

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