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

Tacomax Benefits

Tacomax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

Tacomax 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
Adult	Disease: Atopic Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Atopic Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Atopic Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Atopic Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Tacomax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tacomax 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

Tacomax Related Warnings

Is the use of Tacomax safe for pregnant women?

Moderate
Is the use of Tacomax safe during breastfeeding?

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacomax on the Kidneys?

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacomax on the Liver?

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacomax on the Heart?

Severe

Severe Interaction of Tacomax with Other Drugs

Tacomax 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

Tacomax Contraindications

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

Infections
High Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Diabetes Type 2
Liver Disease
Hyperthermia

How to use Tacomax?

General precautions for Tacomax

Frequently asked Questions about Tacomax

Question about 5 years ago

Can Tacomax cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tacomax 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Tacomax with Ibuprofen?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Tacomax work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Tacomax 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 Tacomax safe to use?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Tacomax 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Tacomax?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Tacomax 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. Tacomax is a prescription drug that is used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants (liver and kidney). The topical form of Tacomax is used to treat eczema.