Introduction

Uses of Origano DR 360

Prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients

Side effects of Origano DR 360

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Headache
High blood pressure
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

How to use Origano DR 360

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Origano DR 360 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Origano DR 360 works

Origano DR 360 is an immunosuppressant. It reduces the action of body's own defence system (the immune system) and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Origano DR 360 to stop your body from rejecting a transplanted organ (e.g. kidney, heart or liver).
It may take 6 to 12 weeks for Origano DR 360 to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
It may cause birth defects so birth control is required in females with reproductive potential.
It makes you more susceptible to getting infections. Avoid contact with people who have an infection. Consult your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat, high temperature, any other signs of infections.
Protect yourself from direct sunlight by wearing protective clothing and applying a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF).
Take it with food to minimize possible side effects like nausea and stomach pain.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, or fever.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Origano DR 360 does not cause any harmful side effects.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Origano DR 360 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Breastfeeding: Origano DR 360 is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Origano DR 360 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Origano DR 360 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Origano DR 360 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Origano DR 360 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.