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Abstract:
The immunosuppressive and nephrotoxic effects of cyclosporine A (CsA) have been ascribed to a calcium-dependent mechanism of action. However, verapamil, a slow-calcium-channel blocking agent, enhances the immunosuppressive action of CsA and reduces its nephrotoxicity. The present experimental study performed in Wistar rats demonstrates that 0.1 mg..24 h.-1 IM verapamil prevents reduction of liver weight caused by treatment with 20 mg..kg.-1..24 h.-1 IM, as well as a rise in SGOT, SGPT, serum LDH and creatinine. The nephro-protective effects of verapamil in rats treated with CsA could be ascribable to the increased plasma clearance of the immunosuppressive agent.
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