Simulect

Introduction
Simulect belongs to the immunosuppressant group of medicines. It regulates the immune system to prevent rejection of the kidney transplantation. It is usually prescribed in combination with some other medicines. Simulect is a prescription medicine that must be administered by a healthcare professional. You must receive the exact dose of it as per the prescription. An overdose of this medicine may have serious side effects on the body. The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, constipation, various types of infections, etc. It may also cause an injection site reaction (redness, pain, and swelling). The medicine can safely be used in children. Before taking this medicine, it is important to consult your doctor if you have any ongoing medication for any underlying disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women must inform the doctor prior to the initiation of this treatment. During the treatment, your doctor may advise you some laboratory tests to know the effects of the medicine in the body.

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Uses of Simulect
Prevention of kidney transplant rejection
Side effects of Simulect
Common
Nausea
Constipation
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Vomiting
Weight gain
Headache
Pain
Swelling of hands
High blood pressure
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
How to use Simulect
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Simulect works
Simulect suppresses the activity of body’s immune system and prevents rejection of the kidney transplantation.