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Tacrotopic Forte Ointment is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Liver transplant, Kidney transplant, Heart Transplant are some of its major therapeutic uses. Tacrotopic Forte Ointment also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tacrotopic Forte Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tacrotopic Forte Ointment is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Diabetes Type 2 as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tacrotopic Forte Ointment contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Tacrotopic Forte Ointment, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Tacrotopic Forte Ointment 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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Is the use of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Tacrotopic can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Tacrotopic right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Tacrotopic. If you see any side effects, stop taking Tacrotopic immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Tacrotopic again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tacrotopic. 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 Tacrotopic Forte Ointment on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Tacrotopic. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tacrotopic only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Tacrotopic Forte Ointment on the Heart?
Tacrotopic may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tacrotopic Forte Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tacrotopic Forte Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tacrotopic Forte Ointment is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Tacrotopic Forte Ointment since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tacrotopic Forte Ointment only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tacrotopic Forte Ointment is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tacrotopic Forte Ointment
There is no information on the effects of taking Tacrotopic Forte Ointment with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tacrotopic Forte Ointment
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tacrotopic Forte Ointment as it can have severe side effects.
Tacrotopic is a brand name of tacrolimus and it is available in the form of a capsule, granules for oral suspension, an extended-release tablet, injectables, and ointment. It belongs to the class of drugs known as immunosuppressants. Tacrotopic is a prescription drug that is used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants (liver and kidney). The topical form of Tacrotopic is used to treat eczema.
No, you cannot take the Tacrotopic with Ibuprofen, as it may change the effect of the Tacrotopic and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.
Tacrotopic 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.
Yes, Tacrotopic 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.
Take Tacrotopic as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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