Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule 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

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule is used -

Moderate

Renal Impairment
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Skin redness
Skin irritation
Skin Infection

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
Diarrhoea
Tremor
Fatigue
Itching or burning

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Prograf may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Prograf again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Prograf may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Prograf, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Prograf.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?

Prograf can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule on the Liver?

Prograf may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule on the Heart?

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

Severe

Severe Interaction of Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule with Other Drugs

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Spironolactone

Itraconazole

Rifampicin

Moderate

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
High Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Diabetes Type 2
Liver Disease
Hyperthermia

Frequently asked Questions about Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule

Is this Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule.

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

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule for mental disorders.

No

Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Prograf 0.5 Mg Capsule as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prograf® (tacrolimus)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 881