CYCLOSPORINE vs Deucravacitinib

Is IV cyclosporine 3 mg/kg, for example, the same as PO cyclosporine 3 mg/kg? It seems like many providers treat it this way, 1:1 conversion but some sources online say 3:1? Could you help explain the difference in practice vs. online sources? Thank you!

Our department hired a new NP recently and is shadowing in clinic. She was asking about cyclosporine and I made an off the cuff remark that she shouldn't be too worried because she shouldn't be prescribing it anyway (after educating her about the labs to follow, doses etc.). When she leaves she says

Yesterday I was at work, sitting at my desk looking at my computer screen. I started to notice black splotches appearing in my vision, similar to what I have seen in the past when I have stood up too fast. I have never experienced this sitting down before but I wasn't alarmed and figured I'd wait it

this is about my aunt (female, late 50s, black, high BMI) just now. her reading came down to 195/97 on the arm cuff machine we have at home but im really worried. she’s already on BP meds (and a plethora of other meds). she started a regimen of cyclosporine for membranous nephropathy(sp?) and protei

I apologize for the strained wording. I tried to Google this but I couldn't figure out the right search terms. In the US, generally health insurance will not pay for medications prescribed for non-FDA-approved/"off-label" uses, and/or for compounded medications. It is completely legal to prescribe o

Age: 64 Sex: F Primary medical issue: Mother was diagnosed with AML FLT3 TKD in September of 2021 * Current medication: Mag, Calcium+Vit D, Acyclovir * Current Care: Every other week visit with either local oncologist or nurse practitioner, every couple months telemedicine with Fred Hutch clinic

* **Age**: 26 * **Sex**: Male * **Height**: 6'2" * **Weight**: \~145lbs * **Race**: Caucasian * **Duration of complaint:** 2 years for red cell aplasia, 8 years for CVID * **Location** (Geographic and on body):Denver, CO * **Any existing relevant medical issues (if any):** Red Cell Aplasia, CVID, Hx

Hello all, I'm looking for advice/insight into my medical history. I'm a 38 year-old man, diagnosed with Autoimmune Hemolytic in Jan 2018. Since then I've relapsed twice, with the least severe episode being the last in OCT 2020. The first and last episodes were treated with oral corticosteroids, an

This is too much isn't it? I need advice!  I'm unsure which of my doctors can help me and hoping someone here can tell me which doctor to talk to, what questions to ask, and what I might be overlooking or misinterpreting. I live in East Texas. My husband has great health insurance, but we have v

NEW YORK — Potential upcoming approvals of JAK inhibitors for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and vitiligo suggest these drugs are becoming one of the most versatile therapies in dermatology, and their safety for treating skin diseases might be a story of its own. For dermatologic indications, all JAK

Making this post to gather all the experiences with new medicines (and even traditionals if positive) that are currently being used for various type of scarring alopecias, these being: ***Biological medicines*** 1. **Adalimumab** / Humira 2. **Secukinumab** / Cosentyx 3. **IL-23** / Guselkumab ***Im

Anyone in NYS or anyone working in NYS Independent pharmacies know how to order Sotyktu? I tried ordering through Kinray and it's listed as "Special Order". I called Bristol Myers and they stated Cardinal Health Specialty Distribution are authorized to sell the product. I contacted Kinray (Cardinal

Living with psoriasis was always a daily struggle for me. The constant flare-ups, the unbearable itching, and the visible patches on my skin—psoriasis wasn’t just uncomfortable, it affected my confidence and how I felt about myself. Over the years, I tried countless treatments, from creams to light

This community is dedicated to sharing experiences, insights, and support for those using Deucravacitinib in their journey to manage psoriasis. Whether you’ve been using this supplement for a while, are considering trying it, or just want to learn more, you’re in the right place. # What we’re all ab