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Tacmed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver transplant, Kidney transplant, Heart Transplant. Other than this, Tacmed has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tacmed. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tacmed can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tacmed go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Tacmed's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Tacmed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tacmed related warnings section.
Tacmed is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Diabetes Type 2 are examples of such conditions. The section on Tacmed contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Tacmed may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Tacmed is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Tacmed is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tacmed is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tacmed safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Tacmed. It is best to stop taking Tacmed immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tacmed safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Tacmed. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Tacmed on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tacmed. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Tacmed on the Liver?
Tacmed can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Tacmed on the Heart?
Tacmed may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Tacmed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tacmed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tacmed habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tacmed is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Tacmed as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tacmed is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tacmed for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tacmed
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Tacmed and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tacmed
Consuming Tacmed with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can discontinue the Tacmed once you get the relief from burns. You are recommended to consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, you cannot take the Tacmed with clarithromycin, as it may change the effect of the Tacmed and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.
No, Tacmed is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take for this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, you cannot take the Tacmed with Ibuprofen, as it may change the effect of the Tacmed and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.
Yes, Tacmed may cause a headache. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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