Sirolimus

Dosage Forms Available

• Sirolimus is available as an oral tablet and an oral solution that is to be taken by mouth.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Sirolimus is primarily used for adults of age above 18 years.

Contraindications

• Sirolimus is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Sirolimus or any of its components.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Sirolimus may interact with several medications, including antifungal medicines (such as ketoconazole), immunosuppressants (like cyclosporine or tacrolimus), antibiotics (such as erythromycin), and calcium channel blockers (like diltiazem or verapamil).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Sirolimus may lead to symptoms like irregular heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, or seizures. If you observe these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of Sirolimus are temporary and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of water can help manage some of the gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhoea and constipation.

• For skin-related side effects like acne or rash, keeping your skin clean can be beneficial.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Sirolimus may cause dizziness or sleepiness in some individuals. Therefore, it is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medication affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Sirolimus is classified as Pregnancy Category C. It should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

• The excretion of Sirolimus in human milk is unknown, hence breastfeeding should be avoided during treatment.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with kidney dysfunction or hepatic impairment should exercise caution when taking Sirolimus. Regular monitoring is advised for these patients.

• Use of Sirolimus might increase the risk of infections, lymphoma, and other malignancies. People with a history of these conditions should use this medicine with caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Adhering to a balanced diet low in saturated fats can help manage hyperlipidemia and hypertriglyceridemia.

• Regular check-ups and routine blood tests can help monitor the efficacy of the medicine and manage any side effects promptly.

• It is important to maintain good hygiene, especially hand hygiene, to reduce the risk of infections due to suppressed immune response.