Tacvido Forte Oral Gel

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Composition FOR Tacvido 0.1% w/v Dental Gel

Tacrolimus(0.1% w/v)

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Tacvido Forte Oral Gel 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.
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Tacvido Forte Oral Gel 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 Tacvido 0.1% w/v Dental Gel

Tacrolimus(0.1% w/v)

Tacvido dental gel uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of oral lichen planus. It reduces lesions and symptoms associated with the oral lichen planus that do not respond to steroid therapy.

How tacvido dental gel works

Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is an immunosuppressant. It works by blocking calcineurin, an enzyme that activates T lymphocytes and causes inflammation associated with lichen planus.

Common side effects of tacvido dental gel

Burning sensation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Tacvido Dental Gel

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Expert advice FOR Tacvido Dental Gel

  • Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant used in the treatment of oral lichen planus.
  • You will start feeling better within 1 month of starting the treatment.
  • However, the effect is temporary; when Tacrolimus is discontinued, oral lichen planus may flare again. So consult your doctor before stopping the medication.
  • This medication should not be used by anyone who has a weakened immune system (e.g., following an organ transplant).

Frequently asked questions FOR Tacvido 0.1% w/v Dental Gel

Tacrolimus

Q. Does Tacvido Forte Oral Gel have an abuse potential?
No, Tacvido Forte Oral Gel 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 Tacvido Forte Oral Gel? What is it used for?
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It is used to treat oral lichen planus, an ongoing (chronic) inflammatory condition that may appear as white, lacy patches; red, swollen tissues; or open sores inside your mouth. These lesions may cause burning, pain or other discomfort. It provides relief from inflammation caused by this disease.
Q. What are the side effects of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel?
The most common side effects of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel include application site reactions (such as burning, irritation, itching and redness) and dryness in the mouth. 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, consult your doctor.
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Q. How does Tacvido Forte Oral Gel act?
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel 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). Thus, Tacvido Forte Oral Gel helps to relieve the inflammation associated with lichen planus.
Q. I feel better and my lesions have reduced after 20 days of starting the medicine, can I stop taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel?
No, don’t stop taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel even if you feel better. Suddenly stopping the medication may cause the oral lichen planus to recur. Therefore, consult your doctor before stopping the medication as it may worsen your symptoms.

Content on this page was last updated on 07 July, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)