Tacrolimus Pellets

Tacrolimus Pellets

Tacrolimus is prescribed for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema). Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a widespread skin condition characterized by patches of inflamed and itchy skin. The symptoms are itchy, dry, flaky, swollen, rough, and irritated skin.

Tacrolimus has ‘Tacrolimus’ which acts by inhibiting the over-reaction of immune cells in the skin to a stimulus. Therefore, it decreases allergic reactions and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Take Tacrolimus as directed. You are instructed to take Tacrolimus for as long as your physician has ordered you to based on your illness. Many individuals may have itching, burning, redness, pain, or tingling of the skin. Most of these side effects of Tacrolimus are not serious and fade away with time. If the side effects continue or worsen, however, kindly inform your physician.

Medical Benefits:-

Tacrolimus includes Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) in adults who are not sufficiently responsive or are intolerant to local corticosteroids and in pediatric patients (over 2 years) who did not respond well to local corticosteroids. Tacrolimus inhibits the overreaction of the immune cells in the skin to a stimulus. Therefore, it decreases allergic reactions and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How Does This Medicine Use?

Tacrolimus is also used to treat fistulizing Crohn’s disease (a disease in which the body’s immune system attacks the lining of the digestive tract, leading to pain, diarrhea, weight loss, fever, and the development of abnormal tunnels between the digestive tract and other organs or the skin). Discuss the side effects to your healthcare professional that you are suffering from after taking this medicine. You may take this medicine with or without food however you feel comfortable. Take this medicine in the same way every day. Continue taking it unless your healthcare provider instructs you to discontinue.

Side Effects:-

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Heartburn
• Stomach pain
• Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Back or joint pain
• Burning, numbness, 
• Pain 
• Tingling in the hands or feet

Precautions:-

• Give this medicine to your children after the consultation with your medical expert.
• Do not exceed the dosage of this drug.
• If you experience discomfort following the administration of this drug inform your doctor.
• Keep this medicine out of reach of your children.
• If you have any medical history or you are on medications for the heart, kidney or liver then inform your doctor right from the start of this drug.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):-

Q. How does Tacrolimus work?

The active ingredient in Tacrolimus is Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant that acts by suppressing the over-reaction of immune cells in the skin to a stimulus. Therefore, it helps in decreasing allergic reactions and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Q. Does Tacrolimus burn the skin?

Tacrolimus can produce a burning sensation of the skin at the site of application as a transient side effect. But if the burning sensation is persistent or severe, please see a doctor.

Q. What are the precautions to be taken while using Tacrolimus?

You are advised to stay out of or limit your exposure to the sun for an extended period or artificial light like tanning beds. Dress in protective clothing and apply sunscreen before venturing out into the sun.

Q. For how long should I use Tacrolimus?

You are advised to take Tacrolimus for as long as your physician has advised. But in case the symptoms continue or increase even after two weeks of using Tacrolimus, kindly seek the advice of a doctor.