Tacrocord: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tacrocord Benefits

Tacrocord is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

Tacrocord Dosage & How to Take

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

Tacrocord Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tacrocord is used -

Moderate

Renal Impairment
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Skin redness
Skin irritation
Skin Infection
Hallucinations

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
Diarrhoea
Tremor
Fatigue
Itching or burning

Tacrocord Related Warnings

Is the use of Tacrocord safe for pregnant women?

Moderate
Is the use of Tacrocord safe during breastfeeding?

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrocord on the Kidneys?

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrocord on the Liver?

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrocord on the Heart?

Severe

Severe Interaction of Tacrocord with Other Drugs

Tacrocord should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Spironolactone

Itraconazole

Rifampicin

Moderate

Cisplatin

Amphotericin B

Enalapril

Diltiazem

Amlodipine

Danazol

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Lansoprazole

Tacrocord Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tacrocord unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
High Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Diabetes Type 2
Liver Disease
Hyperthermia

How to use Tacrocord?

General precautions for Tacrocord

Frequently asked Questions about Tacrocord

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Tacrocord?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Tacrocord injection is given by your doctor or nurse. Do not take it by own. Tacrocord tablets or capsules are taken with or without food or as advised/prescribed by your doctor. The topical dosage form of Tacrocord is applied 2 times a day and should be applied at the same time everyday, Do not apply more or less than the prescribed by the doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Tacrocord with Clarithromycin?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you cannot take the Tacrocord with clarithromycin, as it may change the effect of the Tacrocord and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Tacrocord work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Tacrocord 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Tacrocord safe to use?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Tacrocord is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tacrocord cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tacrocord 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.