RAPACan 1mg Tablet (Sirolimus) – Prevention of Organ Rejection in Transplant Patients

RAPACan 1mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant medication used to prevent organ rejection in kidney transplant patients. It works by modulating the body’s immune system to help accept the transplanted organ. This tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, with or without food, but at the same time each day for optimal results. Overdosing can lead to serious complications, so strict adherence to the prescribed dosage is essential. Common side effects include swelling, high blood pressure, and infections, which should be reported to your doctor if persistent. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before use, and regular monitoring through lab tests may be required during treatment.

Uses of RAPACan Tablet:

Prevention of kidney transplant rejection.

Benefits of RAPACan Tablet:

It effectively prevents the body from rejecting a transplanted kidney by suppressing immune responses. This ensures long-term transplant success, minimizes rejection risks, and maintains proper kidney function.

Side Effects of RAPACan 1mg Tablet:

Most side effects are temporary, but consult your doctor if they persist:

• Increased blood lipid level
• Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
• Joint pain
• Edema (swelling)
• Stomatitis (mouth inflammation)
• Herpes zoster
• Sepsis
• Kidney infection
• Cytomegalovirus infection
• Non-melanoma skin cancer
• Hemolytic uremic syndrome
• Hypersensitivity
• Pericardial effusion
• Venous thrombosis
• Pulmonary embolism
• Pneumonitis
• Pleural effusion
• Nosebleeds
• Pancreatic inflammation
• Ascites (abdominal fluid accumulation)
• Osteonecrosis (bone blood flow reduction)
• Ovarian cysts

How to Use RAPACan 1mg Tablet?

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water – do not chew, crush, or break it. It can be taken with or without food, but maintaining a fixed time is recommended.

How RAPACan 1mg Tablet Works?

It is an immunosuppressant that works by inhibiting the immune system’s response, preventing it from attacking transplanted organs (such as kidney, liver, or heart). This helps the body accept the new organ as its own.

Safety Advice:

• Alcohol: Consult your doctor before consumption as safety is unknown.
• Pregnancy: Potentially unsafe – consult your doctor before use.
• Breastfeeding: Likely unsafe – may pass into breast milk.
• Driving: Generally safe; doesn’t impair driving ability.
• Kidney Disease: Safe when prescribed; no dosage adjustment needed.
• Liver Disease: Use with caution in severe cases; may require dose adjustment.

What if You Miss a Dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

FAQs:

Q1. Should RAPACan 1mg Tablet be chewed or crushed?

No, it should be swallowed whole with water to ensure proper absorption.

Q2. What should I do if I experience signs of infection while taking this medicine?

Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any infection symptoms, as immunosuppressants can increase infection risks.

Q3. Is this medication safe for liver transplant patients?

Yes, but patients with severe liver disease may require dose adjustments under medical supervision.

Q4. Can I receive vaccines while taking RAPACan?

Live vaccines should be avoided. Consult your doctor before any vaccinations.

Q5. What drugs should not be taken with RAPACan?

Avoid Natalizumab, Herpes Zoster Vaccine, Enzalutamide, Cholera Vaccine, and Carbamazepine due to potentially dangerous interactions.