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USED FOR:
Organ transplantation

COMPOSITION:
Tacrolimus (0.5mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti neoplastics

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Crolim 0.5mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Crolim 0.5mg Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Crolim 0.5mg Capsule may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Crolim 0.5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Crolim 0.5mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Crolim 0.5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Crolim 0.5mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Tacrolimus   0.5mg

Uses of Crolim Capsule
Crolim 0.5mg Capsule is used for organ transplantation.

How to use Crolim Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Crolim 0.5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Crolim 0.5mg Capsule with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Crolim Capsule works
Crolim 0.5mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant that works by decreasing the activity of body's immune system.

Side Effects:

Common Headache, Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Diarrhoea, Renal dysfunction, Increased glucose level in blood, Tremor.

Expert advice for Crolim Capsule
Crolim, like all immunosuppressants, increases the risk of infection and certain cancers. Avoid being close to people with cold, flu or other contagious illness. Do not take a "live vaccine" while you are on Crolim. The live vaccine may not work well and may not fully protect you. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Your doctor may ask to get Crolim blood concentration level, to avoid side effect due to high concentrations. Your doctor may ask to get kidney function test done regularly to avoid kidney damage. Crolim provide better survival and lower acute rejection rate. Crolim offers many advantages over cyclosporin. Less frequent acute and chronic rejection, better absorption leading to earlier discharge from the hospital, fewer side effects and earlier weaning of most patients off corticosteroids doesn't cause hirsutism or gum overgrowth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is tacrolimus nephrotoxic or cytotoxic?
Tacrolimus may cause destruction of certain types of cells (cytotoxic) and may impair kidney function (nephrotoxic). Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is tacrolimus safe?
Yes. Tacrolimus is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Does tacrolimus cause diabetes, hair loss, tiredness, or depression?
Tacrolimus may cause diabetes, hair loss, tiredness, or depression. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. Is tacrolimus a steroid?
Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant drug. It is not a steroid drug

Q. Is tacrolimus the same as Prograf?
Yes. Progarf is a branded form of tacrolimus available in the market

Q. Can I take tacrolimus with omeprazole?
Omeprazole may increase the blood levels of tacrolimus. It can be taken with omeprazole only if prescribed by your doctor