This medication can decrease your immune system's ability to fight infections. Though unlikely, this drug may increase your risk of developing serious (possibly fatal) infections. This risk is higher if you are also taking other drugs to suppress the immune system such as cyclosporine. You should also tell your doctor if you have lived or traveled in areas where certain fungal infections (such as coccidioidomycosis,...
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