Tacroz - 03% (10 gm)
Discontinued | No |
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USA Brand | Protopic |
SKU | ODP1540 |
Details
SKU No. | MED1540 |
USA Brand Name | Protopic |
Generic Name | Tacrolimus |
Strength | 0.03% 10gm |
Manufacturer | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, India |
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
US Brands Equivalent Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
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Protopic
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Prograf
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Hecoria
Generic Name of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm)
Tacrolimus is the generic name of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm)
About Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) belongs to the immunosuppressant medication group. It is available at all the leading online pharmacies, drugstore, and medical stores. It is one of the leading pharmaceutical brands in India. Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) mainly consists of 10 gm of Tacrolimus. It is used for treatment and prevention of:
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Atopic dermatitis
Manufacturer of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals in India produces Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) which is a leading pharmaceutical company.
Strength of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) contains 10 gm of Tacrolimus as the active medicinal ingredients. It should be noted that Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) is available in varying strengths.
Uses of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
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Atopic dermatitis
How Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus) Works:
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) works best or is beneficial in following ways:
1. It reduces the inflammation of the skin which causes redness of skin and itching.
2. It inhibits calcineurin phosphatase that’s why all the calcium-dependent events that are responsible for generating inflammatory response are stopped.
Before You Use Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
You should be sure that:
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You are not allergic to it.
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It is not affecting the medicines you are taking with it or not interacting with those.
When Not To Use Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
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If one is suffering from allergy
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If one has any wounds on the skin
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If anyone is suffering from cancer
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If anyone is taking up steroids
What should be avoided while using Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)?
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Using herbal products for skin
Tell Your Doctor If You
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If you are allergic to Tacrolimus
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If you are suffering from any kind of skin sensitivity
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If you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant
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If you have herpes infection
Dosage of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus):
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) is available in varying strengths and at different doses. Consult a doctor for the appropriate dose.
How much of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus) to use?
Generally, it must be in the range which is suitable according to the person’s health. It is available in the form of a tube.
How to use Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)?
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One should wash and dry his/her hands properly before taking Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm)
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Use only as much as needed or prescribed by the doctor.
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One should take Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) as long as directed by the physician.
For how long should I continue using it?
One should take Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) as long as directed by the physician.
What can happen due to the overdose of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)?
Due to an overdose of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm), blistering of skin and swelling of the face, lips and eyelids can occur. Contact the doctor immediately if such things happen in case of overdose.
Missed Dose-
Take the missed dose as soon as you recall it. If it is nearly close to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
Side effects of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
The side effects of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) are as follows:
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Itching
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Skin infection
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Burning in the application site
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Irritation
Common drug interactions with Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus):
If you are taking some drugs or other over the counter medicines, these may interfere with the therapeutic effect of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm). Some of the drugs that are known to interact with Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) are as follows:
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Loperamide
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Omeprazole
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Aspirin
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Ritonavir
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Magnesium salicylate
You must inform the doctor about all the medications you are already taking and always follow the instructions.
Warnings and Precautions:
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Avoid exposure to sunlight.
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If irritation or allergies persist, stop the application of medicine and consult a doctor.
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Keep in proper condition and out of reach of children.
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Keep out of reach of elderly.
Things to remember while using Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus):
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Read the medicine packet thoroughly
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Tell the doctor about your medical history.
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Follow the instructions as told by the doctor.
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Know before use that how to store the medicine at room temperature in a clean and dry place.
Indications and usage -
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) is prescribed by the doctor to treat atopic dermatitis.
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Apply only on the affected area, save eyes from using Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm)
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Use in the exact same amount as prescribed
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It can only be applied as a thin layer on the affected part of the skin.
Dosage and administration-
Do not take the dose of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) every day.
Take Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) twice in a day.
The recommended dose for the Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus):
To get the result, one can use Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) as a thin layer twice a day.
This is not a substitution for any medical advice, so it will be better to contact the doctor for the appropriate dose according to the health condition.
Mode of administration:
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Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) is only for external use.
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It must be applied as a thin layer on the skin.
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Use only on the allergies and affected part of the skin.
Forms and strengths of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus):
It can give the best result in the form of a tube.
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) is available in only 5mg/ml, 4 mg, 0.75mg etc.
Ingredients of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus)
Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) contains-
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Tacrolimus
Storage of Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) (Tacrolimus):
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Tacroz - 03 %( 10 gm) must be stored at room temperature.
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Do not freeze it.
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Keep the lid close always.