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Tacmus is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Liver transplant, Kidney transplant, Heart Transplant. The alternative uses of Tacmus have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Tacmus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tacmus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tacmus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Tacmus's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tacmus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tacmus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tacmus in conditions like Infections, Diabetes Type 2. Other contraindications of Tacmus have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Tacmus with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Tacmus, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Tacmus 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tacmus is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tacmus safe for pregnant women?
Tacmus may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tacmus, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tacmus safe during breastfeeding?
Tacmus may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Tacmus, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Tacmus.
What is the effect of Tacmus on the Kidneys?
Tacmus 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.
What is the effect of Tacmus on the Liver?
Tacmus 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 Tacmus on the Heart?
Use of Tacmus may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Tacmus 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 Tacmus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tacmus habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tacmus has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tacmus will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Tacmus is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tacmus cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Tacmus
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tacmus, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tacmus
Taking Tacmus with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Tacmus may cause diarrhea. 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.
Yes, Tacmus may cause hair loss. The patients who are taking this drug are at risk of alopecia (hair loss). If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor immediately.
No, you cannot take the Tacmus with clarithromycin, as it may change the effect of the Tacmus and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.
No, Tacmus 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.
Yes, you can discontinue the Tacmus once you get the relief from burns. You are recommended to consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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