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CNI Immunosuppressants

CNI immunosuppressants are used to treat organ transplant rejection, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, dry eyes, eye inflammation and eczema. They work by suppressing the immune system to prevent the body from attacking the organs, preventing swelling, and increasing tear production.

Why are cni immunosuppressants prescribed?

  1. Organ Transplant (65%)
  2. Plaque Psoriasis (15%)
  3. Rheumatoid Arthritis (15%)
  4. Eczema (4%)
  5. Dry Eye (1%)
  6. Eye Inflammation (0%)
  7. Lupus Nephritis (0%)

Key takeaways

Calcineurin inhibitors (CNIs) suppress the activity of your immune system. They're used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant and to treat various autoimmune conditions, such as lupus and eczema.CNIs come in oral pills, topical products, and eye drops. Examples include tacrolimus (Prograf, Protopic, Astagraf XL), cyclosporine (Neoral, Restasis, Sandimmune), and pimecrolimus (Elidel).

Prices for popular CNI Immunosuppressants medications
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TACROLIMUS prevents the body from rejecting an organ transplant. It works by lowering the body's immune system response. This helps the body accept the donor organ. It belongs to a group of medications called immunosuppressants.
TACROLIMUS reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It is often prescribed when other medications do not work well enough or cannot be tolerated. It is often used for a short period of time. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system.
CYCLOSPORINE prevents the body from rejecting an organ transplant. It works by lowering the body's immune system response. This helps the body accept the donor organ. It may be used to treat autoimmune conditions, such as arthritis and psoriasis. It belongs to a group of medications called immunosuppressants.
Restasis (cyclosporine) is used to treat dry eye. Restasis is a CNI immunosuppresant, which works by limiting the production of enzymes that cause inflammation in the eye. The most common form of Restasis is a package of sixty 0.4mg vials. It is also available as a package of thirty 0.4mg vials and a bottle of solution. It is available in brand and generic versions. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
CYCLOSPORINE prevents the body from rejecting an organ transplant. It works by lowering the body's immune system response. This helps the body accept the donor organ. It belongs to a group of medications called immunosuppressants.
PIMECROLIMUS reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system.
TACROLIMUS prevents the body from rejecting an organ transplant. It works by lowering the body's immune system response. This helps the body accept the donor organ. It belongs to a group of medications called immunosuppressants.
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Vevye

as low as$299
CYCLOSPORINE treats the symptoms of dry eye disease. It works by increasing the amount of tears your eyes make.
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Cequa

as low as$611
Cequa (cyclosporine) is a drug that is a part of the CNI Immunosuppressants class and treats dry eye. CNI immunosuppressants are used to treat organ transplant rejection, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, dry eye, and eczema. They work by suppressing the immune system to prevent the body from attacking the organs, prevent swelling, and increase tear production. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives to Cequa.

GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and Sun Pharma to reduce the price for this prescription. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Cequa is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.
CYCLOSPORINE treats the symptoms of dry eye disease. It works by increasing the amount of tears your eyes make.
Lupkynis (voclosporin) is used in adults to treat active lupus nephritis. Lupkynis is used with background immunosuppressive therapy for lupus nephritis. Lupkynis is only available as a brand drug. Lupkynis may be covered by your insurance plan.
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Envarsus XR

as low as$0
Envarsus XR (tacrolimus extended-release tablet) is used for kidney transplant patients. There are currently no generic alternatives to Envarsus XR. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices could help offset the cost.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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