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Prograf is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Prograf depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Prograf 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
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Is the use of Prograf safe for pregnant women?
Prograf may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Prograf again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Prograf safe during breastfeeding?
Prograf may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Prograf, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Prograf.
What is the effect of Prograf on the Kidneys?
Prograf can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Prograf on the Liver?
Prograf may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prograf on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Prograf on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Prograf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prograf unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prograf habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Prograf.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Prograf does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Prograf should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Prograf for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prograf
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Prograf and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prograf
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Prograf as it can have severe side effects.
Take Prograf as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Prograf 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.
Prograf 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. Prograf is a prescription drug that is used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants (liver and kidney). The topical form of Prograf is used to treat eczema.
Yes, Prograf 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.
No, you cannot take the Prograf with Ibuprofen, as it may change the effect of the Prograf and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prograf® (tacrolimus)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 881
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1165-1167
