Tacrolim: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tacrolim Benefits & Uses

Tacrolim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

Tacrolim Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Tacrolim Related Warnings

Is the use of Tacrolim safe for pregnant women?

Tacrolim can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Tacrolim right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Tacrolim safe during breastfeeding?

Tacrolim can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrolim on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Tacrolim. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrolim on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Tacrolim. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrolim on the Heart?

There may be severe side effects of Tacrolim on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Tacrolim with Other Drugs

Tacrolim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Spironolactone

Itraconazole

Rifampicin

Moderate

Cisplatin

Amphotericin B

Enalapril

Diltiazem

Amlodipine

Danazol

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Lansoprazole

Tacrolim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tacrolim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
High Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Diabetes Type 2
Liver Disease
Hyperthermia

Frequently asked Questions about Tacrolim

Is this Tacrolim habit forming or addictive?

Tacrolim does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Tacrolim as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tacrolim only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tacrolim is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tacrolim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tacrolim

There is no information on the effects of taking Tacrolim with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tacrolim

Consuming Tacrolim with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tacrolim

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Tacrolim?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Tacrolim injection is given by your doctor or nurse. Do not take it by own. Tacrolim tablets or capsules are taken with or without food or as advised/prescribed by your doctor. The topical dosage form of Tacrolim is applied 2 times a day and should be applied at the same time everyday, Do not apply more or less than the prescribed by the doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Tacrolim with Clarithromycin?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you cannot take the Tacrolim with clarithromycin, as it may change the effect of the Tacrolim and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Tacrolim work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Tacrolim work by reducing the activity of the immune system so it cannot attack the transplanted organ. Hence in this way, it prevents the rejection of organ transplants.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Tacrolim with fluconazole?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, you cannot take the Tacrolim with fluconazole, as it may change the effect of the Tacrolim and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.