Crolimus 2mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Crolimus 2mg Tablet

Tacrolimus(2mg)

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lactation interaction for Crolimus Tablet

food
alcohol
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lactation
Crolimus 2mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Crolimus 2mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Crolimus 2mg Tablet 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
Crolimus 2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Crolimus 2mg Tablet

Tacrolimus(2mg)

Crolimus tablet uses

How crolimus tablet works

Crolimus 2mg Tablet is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response following the transplant of an organ (e.g., liver, kidney, heart). This helps your body to accept the new organ as if it were your own.

Common side effects of crolimus tablet

High blood pressure, Increased glucose level in blood, Kidney damage, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Tremors, Headache, Abnormal liver function tests, Infection

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Expert advice FOR Crolimus Tablet

  • Tacrolimus is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients.
  • It may take 3 to 4 months for the medication to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness. 
  • Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day to help with your kidney function.
  • Do not stop taking Tacrolimus without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently asked questions FOR Crolimus 2mg Tablet

Tacrolimus

Q. Is Crolimus 2mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Yes, Crolimus 2mg Tablet is a type of antibiotic which belongs to a group of medicines called macrolides. It is mostly used after organ transplantation. This medicine’s immune-suppressing property helps prevent organ rejection after kidney, heart, or liver transplant.
Q. Which vaccines should not be taken while taking Crolimus 2mg Tablet?
You should avoid taking any live vaccines (vaccines that use pathogens that are still alive, but are attenuated, that is, weakened) while taking Crolimus 2mg Tablet. These may include vaccinations for measles, mumps, rubella, BCG (TB vaccine), yellow fever, chicken pox and typhoid. You should also avoid taking polio drops (by mouth) or flu vaccine (through nose).
Q. Who should not take Crolimus 2mg Tablet?
Patients who are allergic to it or have a weak immune system, high blood pressure, and kidney failure should avoid Crolimus 2mg Tablet. This medicine should also be avoided in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and in people who plan to receive any live vaccines (e.g. MMR vaccine).
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Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Crolimus 2mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, have allergies, long-term infection, high blood sugar, or high blood pressure. You should also inform your doctor if you have high blood potassium levels or a weakened immune system. Tell your doctor if you have a history of any medication, have recently received, or are scheduled to receive a live vaccine.
Q. What should I be aware of before I start taking Crolimus 2mg Tablet?
This medicine suppresses the immune system and hence there is always an increased risk of infection. Moreover, in some cases, Crolimus 2mg Tablet can increase the risk of some kind of cancer like skin and lymph gland cancer (lymphoma). It can lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication and in case you notice any symptoms of infections like fever, sweats or chills, cough or flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, warm, red, or painful areas on your skin.
Q. Does Crolimus 2mg Tablet have an abuse potential?
No, Crolimus 2mg Tablet 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 16 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)