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Tacrom Benefits & Uses

Tacrom is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

Tacrom 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

Tacrom Related Warnings

Is the use of Tacrom safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Tacrom. It is best to stop taking Tacrom immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Tacrom safe during breastfeeding?

Tacrom 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrom on the Kidneys?

Tacrom may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrom on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Tacrom. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tacrom only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tacrom on the Heart?

Tacrom can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Tacrom with Other Drugs

Tacrom 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

Tacrom Contraindications

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

Infections
High Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Diabetes Type 2
Liver Disease
Hyperthermia

Frequently asked Questions about Tacrom

Is this Tacrom habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tacrom is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Tacrom will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tacrom only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tacrom cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tacrom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tacrom

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Tacrom with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tacrom

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tacrom as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tacrom

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tacrom cause headache?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tacrom 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Tacrom safe to use?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Tacrom 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

How does Tacrom work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Tacrom 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

Can I discontinue Tacrom on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, you can discontinue the Tacrom once you get the relief from burns. You are recommended to consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Tacrom cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tacrom 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.