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How common is gum overgrowth with Neoral (ciclosporin)?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Gum overgrowth (gingival hyperplasia) is a common adverse reaction to Neoral (ciclosporin), affecting at least 1 in 100 but fewer than 1 in 10 patients.

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Neoral Soft Gelatin CapsulesNovartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.8 Undesirable effects · Version 36Document updated 11 March 2026

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