The use of neoral in rheumatoid arthritis

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Cranney, A [1 ]
Tugwell, P [1 ]
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[1] Univ Ottawa, Dept Med, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6, Canada
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10.1016/S0889-857X(05)70021-1
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R5 [内科学];
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1002 ; 100201 ;
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Neoral (a microemulsion-based formulation) is an immunomodulator that possesses a more predictable and improved absorption than the conventional oral formulation (Sandimmun). The increased bioavailability of Neoral could result in improved efficacy. The pharmacokinetics of cyclosporin and efficacy of cyclosporin in rheumatoid arthritis are reviewed in this article. Current guidelines for the use of Neoral in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis patients are outlined.
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