Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2505

USA Brand Name

Prograf

Strength

0.1%

Generic Name

Tacrolimus Topical

Manufacturer

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, India

## Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)

## What Is The Generic Name For Tacroz?

Tacrolimus Topical is the generic version for Tacroz

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

Prograf

## About Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)

Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment contains Tacrolimus as an active ingredient which is immunosuppressant used during Organ Transplantation and available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment.

## Strength :

Tacroz 0.1% w/w contains Tacrolimus, 0.1% w/w in 10 gm per tube which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment is used in the treatment of:

Organ Transplantation-Rejection Prophylaxis

## How Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical) Works?

Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment containing Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant that works by inhibiting the release of Cytokines.

## Before You Use Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Tacrolimus

You do not take alcohol

Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

Avoid being close to people with cold, flu or other contagious illness as it may (like all immunosuppressants) increases the risk of infection and certain cancers.

Avoid ‘live vaccines’ (they may not work properly or protect you fully)

Avoid the Cream with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter, and meat.

Avoid taking alcohol or other non prescribed drugs

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

You should not take Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have Liver/Kidney Dysfunctioning

Have Cuts, Injuries, Wounds, etc.

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Cream

Have any cancer or any autoimmune disease

Have Cuts, Injuries, Wounds, or any Skin Disease

Have any Kidney/Liver Disease

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant/conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment contains Tacrolimus, which is used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for duration of dosage and frequency as age and immunity differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to use Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment cream at a fixed time as instructed by your Doctor. Try to use it regularly for better results.

## How Much Of The Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical) to Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to use Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment.

## How To Take The Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

Small fraction of Cream should be applied with washed and dried hands on the affected area and let the area absorb the Cream for some time by rubbing it properly and after that, you must wash your hands thoroughly with water unless your hand is the affected area. Do not wash the affected area just after the application of Cream.

Avoid its contact with your eye, ear, mouth, or other sensitive organs and wash thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact with the organs.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

You are always advised to take Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly if you are feeling better. You are not advised to take it in a larger amount or for a longer time than recommended.

## Overdose ?

You may experience the overdose symptoms when applied more times than prescribed. In this case, contact your doctor immediately.

Do not apply cream more than the required amount because it will only get piled up on the excessive application without producing any additional therapeutic effect.

## Missed Dose?

You should apply the cream 2-3 times regularly and if missed then it should be applied as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next application. Do not apply more cream to make up the missed dose as it will just pile up the cream or may cause serious side effects

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment (Tacrolimus Topical)?

Skin Rash

Skin Irritation

Skin Inflammation

Redness and swelling of Skin

Sweating

Body pain

Scaly skin

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment. It can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other Medication or Beverages or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

Amlodipine

Carbamazepine

Live vaccines

Neomycin

## Warning And Precaution:

Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment can worsen the conditions like:

Malignancy

Serious Infections

Skin Injury, Cuts, or Wounds

Liver/ kidney Dysfunction

It should be given cautiously in Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

Always consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment or replacements when you are suffering from all these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information written on the leaflet of medicine

## Indications :

Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Always take the doses on time and regularly as per schedule. Do not stop in between even if you feel better.

## Storage :

Store the Tacroz Forte 0.1% Ointment at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the cream should be intact and not damaged.