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Sandimmune Oral

Precautions and Side Effects

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Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

  • dark urine
  • persistent nausea/vomiting
  • severe stomach/abdominal pain
  • yellowing of the skin/eyes
  • vomit that looks like coffee grounds
  • change in the appearance or size of skin moles/lesions
  • changes in skin color
  • loss of consciousness
  • mental/mood changes
  • vision changes
  • swollen glands
  • unusual lumps
  • night sweats


Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

  • chest pain
  • seizures


A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:

  • rash
  • itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
  • severe dizziness
  • trouble breathing


This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Sandimmune Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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