Prograf

Prograf (Tacrolimus) is indicated for organ transplant rejection prophylaxis. Patients are prescribed this medicine after an organ transplant, so as to help prevent the immune system from attacking the organ and to stop the body rejecting the transplant. This drug may be prescribed alongside other medicines when used for this purpose. The primary ingredient in this medication belongs to a class of drugs called immunosuppressants, and it works by reducing immune system activity.

Prograf (Tacrolimus) capsules are administered orally, and the dosage regimen prescribed by the patient`s physician must be strictly followed. The dosage required may depend on a number of factors, and the patient`s health and body weight may need to be taken into account when the medicine is being prescribed. Adult patients are sometimes instructed to take it twice per day (every 12 hours). Do not cease treatment unless told to do so by your physician.

It is possible that Prograf (Tacrolimus) will cause side effects, and some examples are listed here:

• Insomnia
• Loss of appetite
• Sore back or joints
• Uncontrollable shaking
• Pain, numbness or a burning sensation affecting the feet or hands

If any of the side effects listed above become serious or bothersome, consult your physician immediately. Serious reactions will require immediate medical attention. Examples of this include increased weight, painful urination, inflammation of the limbs, as well as other reactions which have not been listed here.

Do not consume grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while taking this drug, as this could affect the levels of medicine in your blood.

There is a possibility that this drug can cause hypertension (high blood pressure). Your blood pressure will need to be closely monitored by your physician.