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Answer: The cyclosporine is a drug that belongs to immunosuppressant. The major effect of the cyclosporine is that it weakens the immune system. The nurse should inform the client that this drug is used to reduce the immune system response so that the organ transplanted.
The ibuprofen should not be taken during the organ transplantation because it interact with the immunosuppressant medicine and may also causes kidney impairment.
The grape fruit juice react with the medication so, it should not be taken and avoided as it lowers the effects of the medication.
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