Acrotak Eye Ointment

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Composition FOR Acrotak 0.03% w/w Eye Ointment

Tacrolimus(0.03% w/w)

food interaction for Acrotak Eye Ointment

alcohol interaction for Acrotak Eye Ointment

pregnancy interaction for Acrotak Eye Ointment

lactation interaction for Acrotak Eye Ointment

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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Acrotak Eye Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acrotak Eye Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Acrotak 0.03% w/w Eye Ointment

Tacrolimus(0.03% w/w)

Acrotak eye ointment uses

{med_name} is used for allergic eye disease.

How acrotak eye ointment works

Acrotak Eye Ointment is an immunomodulator. It works by suppressing the action of a protein (calcineurin). This decreases the production of inflammatory chemicals by certain immune cells (T lymphocytes). This relieves allergic eye symptoms.

Common side effects of acrotak eye ointment

Eye irritation, Burning sensation

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Expert advice FOR Acrotak Eye Ointment

  • You have been prescribed Tacrolimus to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to allergies of the eye.
  • If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using Tacrolimus and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
  • Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
  • It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
  • Consult your doctor if your eye condition has not improved after two weeks of treatment or if it gets worse.
  • Continuous long-term use of the ointment should be avoided.

Frequently asked questions FOR Acrotak 0.03% w/w Eye Ointment

Tacrolimus

Q. Does Acrotak Eye Ointment have an abuse potential?
No, Acrotak Eye Ointment does not have abuse potential and thus, is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have potential for abuse so they need permission from authorities and doctors for use.
Q. What is Acrotak Eye Ointment? What is it used for?
Acrotak Eye Ointment belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It helps to relieve the symptoms of allergic eye disease such as pain, inflammation, redness and itching. Acrotak Eye Ointment alters the abnormal immune response, relieves the inflammation and itching and also helps in preventing frequent flare-ups.
Q. What are the side effects of Acrotak Eye Ointment?
The most common side effects of Acrotak Eye Ointment include eye irritation and burning sensation. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own. If any of these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor.
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Q. How does Acrotak Eye Ointment act?
Acrotak Eye Ointment belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It works by suppressing the action of a protein (calcineurin) which decreases the production of inflammatory chemicals by certain immune cells (T lymphocytes). This relieves the allergic eye symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling and itching.
Q. How to use Acrotak Eye Ointment?
Remember to wash your hands before and after instilling Acrotak Eye Ointment. Try not to touch your eye with the dropper or the tip of the ointment tube. Try to use it at about the same time each day. Use the prescribed number of drops or the right amount of ointment. Do not use more medicine or use more often than directed. Do not stop using Acrotak Eye Ointment unless directed by your doctor and try not to miss any doses.
Q. What other precautions should I take while using Acrotak Eye Ointment?
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using Acrotak Eye Ointment. Wait for at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in. Do not touch the tip to any surface or your eye, to avoid contamination.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)