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Tacsant is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver transplant, Kidney transplant, Heart Transplant. The alternative uses of Tacsant have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tacsant. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tacsant can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tacsant go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Tacsant's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Tacsant related warnings talks about Tacsant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Diabetes Type 2 must refrain from the use of Tacsant since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Tacsant have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Tacsant may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tacsant is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tacsant 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 Tacsant safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Tacsant. It is best to stop taking Tacsant immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tacsant safe during breastfeeding?
Tacsant can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Tacsant on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tacsant. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Tacsant on the Liver?
Tacsant 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 Tacsant on the Heart?
Tacsant can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Tacsant 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 Tacsant unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tacsant habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tacsant.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Tacsant since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tacsant only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tacsant is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tacsant
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Tacsant and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tacsant
Consumption of alcohol and Tacsant together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, you can discontinue the Tacsant once you get the relief from burns. You are recommended to consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Tacsant is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take for this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Tacsant may cause diarrhea. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
Tacsant injection is given by your doctor or nurse. Do not take it by own. Tacsant tablets or capsules are taken with or without food or as advised/prescribed by your doctor. The topical dosage form of Tacsant 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.
Yes, Tacsant may cause a headache. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 881
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