Tacrolimus

Tacrolimus- Indications, Dosage, Contraindications, ADRs

Category of Drug Tacrolimus is Immunosuppressives Drug
Mechanism of Action 
Indications Tacrolimus is used for
1. Prophylaxis of organ rejection in patients receiving allogeneic
2. Tacrolimus ointment is indicated for atopic dermatitis and psoriasis
Well Known
Pharmaceutical Brands
 
Available dosage forms 1. TABLETS
2. CAPSULES
3. OINTMENTS
4. INJECTIONS
Dose 
Contraindications Hypersensitivity to tacrolimus
Precautions1. Monitoring of blood trough serum concentrations for the prevention of organ rejection and to reduce drug-related toxicity
2. Pregnancy
3. Interactions
Adverse Effects 1. Nephrotoxicity
2. Neurotoxicity
3. Hyperbolicemia
4. Hypertension
5. Hyperkalemia
6. Gastrointestinal disturbances
Pregnancy Category C

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