How much does Ciclosporin A cost?
In most cases, the costs for a therapy with Ciclosporin A are covered by health insurance or private health insurance. The drug should only be used if there is a medical indication, in which case the health insurance companies are obliged to pay the costs. Depending on the dosage (25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg) 100 tablets of Ciclosporin A are available for 50 to 350 Euros.
Eye drops containing Ciclosporin A can be purchased at a price of 100 to 350 Euros, depending on the concentration of the active ingredient and the package size. For infusions with Ciclosporin A, prices also vary considerably depending on the concentration of the active ingredient and the size of the package. All drugs containing Ciclosporin A are available only on prescription and therefore not freely available in pharmacies.
Ciclosporin A and alcohol – is it compatible?
Like all drugs that are metabolised, broken down and excreted in the liver, alcohol can cause changes in the concentration of Ciclosporin A. Although there are no direct interactions between the two substances (Ciclosporin A and alcohol), they can both cause liver damage. Those who already have a damaged liver due to increased alcohol consumption must expect increased complications when taking Ciclosporin A. It is best to refrain from drinking alcohol altogether during the period of Ciclosporin A intake, as otherwise the liver will be overloaded and one or both substances will be broken down more slowly.
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