Tacroten 2mg Capsule

Tacroten 2mg Capsule contains Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant belonging to the calcineurin inhibitor class. It is prescribed with other medications to help prevent organ transplant rejection in patients who have received a kidney, liver, heart, or other organ transplant. Tacrolimus works by suppressing the body's immune response, allowing the transplanted organ to be accepted and function properly.

Do not take Tacroten 2mg Capsule if you are allergic to Tacrolimus or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, heart disease, or allergies to antibiotics before starting treatment. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience fever, unusual bruising or red spots under the skin, unexplained fatigue, confusion, yellowing of the skin or eyes, reduced urine output, vision changes, or seizures. As immunosuppressive therapy may increase the risk of skin cancer, avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and UV rays by wearing protective clothing and using a high-SPF sunscreen. Notify your doctor if you develop diarrhea lasting more than one day, as it may affect how the medicine works. Always consult your healthcare provider before receiving any vaccinations while taking Tacroten 2mg Capsule.

Prevent organ transplant rejections.

Tacroten 2mg Capsule provides immunosuppression by inhibiting T-lymphocyte activation and proliferation and T-helper-cell-dependent B-cell response. It works by attaching to a protein called FKBP-12 and forms a complex called tacrolimus-FKBP, which inhibits the action of calcineurin phosphatase. This, in turn, inhibits the formation of T cells and suppresses the immune response.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition, severity, and other factors. Always take Tacroten 2mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Do not open, break, crush, or chew the capsules. Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. Take these capsules on an empty stomach or at least 1 hour before or 2 to 3 hours after the meal.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Swelling in the arm or leg Hair loss Itchy skin Constipation, diarrhea Nausea, vomiting Anemia Headache Cough Serious Increased or decreased heartbeats GI bleeding Liver Injury Seizure Acute kidney failure Lung infection or respiratory problems

Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using Tacroten 2mg Capsule. Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine. This medicine may interfere with the vaccine. Ask your healthcare professional before getting a flu shot or other vaccines. You must take this medicine as a long-term treatment to prevent rejection of your transplanted organ. Do not stop taking this medicine without informing your doctor. Your doctor may advise you to take certain tests to monitor the effectiveness and side effects of the therapy. Keep all your appointments regularly.