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Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm
Salt Composition: TACROLIMUS
- Manufacturer: KLM LABORATORIES PVT LTD
- Pack Size: 1 TUBE(s) OF 10GM
- Dosage Form: OINTMENT
- Strength: 0.001
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm at (25°C) keep the Ointment away from the reach of children and pets. If you miss a dosage, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missing dose. Do not take a double dose to compensate for a missed dose.
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Product Introduction
Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm contains the active substance Tacrolimus, which belongs to a group of medicines known as calcineurin inhibitors. It works by suppressing specific immune responses in the body. Because of this action, Tecum ointment is used to help prevent organ transplant rejection in patients who have received a kidney, liver, heart, or other organ transplant. By controlling immune activity, it supports the body in accepting the transplanted organ and reducing the risk of immune-related damage. In dermatology practice, Tecum ointment is commonly prescribed to manage inflammatory skin conditions where the immune system plays a role. By calming immune overactivity in the skin, it helps reduce redness, itching, and flare-ups, especially in sensitive areas where steroid creams may not be suitable. Many patients experience better long-term control of symptoms with reduced skin thinning compared to prolonged steroid use.
Uses
Tecum 0.1 ointment uses Prevent organ transplant rejections.
How it works
Tecum 0.1 Ointment 10gm 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.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.Tecum 0.1% ointment side effects are Common Swelling in the arm or leg Hair loss Itchy skin Constipation, diarrhoea Nausea, vomiting Anemia Headache Cough Serious Increased or decreased heartbeats GI bleeding Liver Injury Seizure Acute kidney failure Lung infection or respiratory problems
Expert Tips
Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice while using Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm, as it may affect how the medicine works. Do not consume alcohol during treatment, as it may increase the risk of side effects. Check with your doctor before getting any vaccines, including flu shots, as this medicine may interfere with their effectiveness. Use this medicine as a long-term treatment to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. Do not stop using it without your doctor’s advice. Attend all scheduled medical tests and appointments to help your doctor monitor the treatment's effectiveness and detect any side effects early.
References
- Prograf 0.5mg Hard Ointments - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). www.medicines.org.uk. Published December 2022. Accessed May 25, 2023. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/6720/smpc
- Highlights Of Prescribing Information, Prograf ® (Tacrolimus) Ointments PROGRAF ® (Tacrolimus) Injection, (for Intravenous Use).; Revised 2012. Accessed May 25, 2023. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/050709s031lbl.pdf
- Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Immunosuppressants, tolerogens, and immunostimulants, 12th edition, 2011, 1008.
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Immunosuppressant drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 881.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Consult Your Doctor Based on animal studies, Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm can cause harmful effects on the baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy or planning to get pregnant before initiating the treatment.
Lungs: Consult Your Doctor It is unknown whether Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Breastfeeding: Unsafe Do not consume Tecum 0.1% Ointment 10gm if you are breastfeeding because this medicine is excreted into breast milk and may cause harmful effects on the body.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.