Tacrolimus is used for organ transplantation.

Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant that works by decreasing the activity of body's immune system.

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

• Tacrolimus, 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 Tacrolimus. 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 Tacrolimus 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.
• Tacrolimus provide better survival and lower acute rejection rate.
• Tacrolimus 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.

Ques. 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

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

Ques. 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.

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

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

Ques. 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