PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Benefits & Uses

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Related Warnings

Is the use of PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S safe for pregnant women?

Prograf may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Prograf again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S safe during breastfeeding?

Prograf may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Prograf, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Prograf.

Moderate
What is the effect of PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S on the Kidneys?

Prograf can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S on the Liver?

Prograf may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S on the Heart?

There may be severe side effects of Prograf on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
High Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Diabetes Type 2
Liver Disease
Hyperthermia

Frequently asked Questions about PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S

Is this PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S for mental disorders.

No

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Prograf?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Take Prograf as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Prograf work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Prograf work by reducing the activity of the immune system so it cannot attack the transplanted organ. Hence in this way, it prevents the rejection of organ transplants.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Prograf?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Prograf is a brand name of tacrolimus and it is available in the form of a capsule, granules for oral suspension, an extended-release tablet, injectables, and ointment. It belongs to the class of drugs known as immunosuppressants. Prograf is a prescription drug that is used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants (liver and kidney). The topical form of Prograf is used to treat eczema.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Prograf cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Prograf may cause hair loss. The patients who are taking this drug are at risk of alopecia (hair loss). If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Prograf with Ibuprofen?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you cannot take the Prograf with Ibuprofen, as it may change the effect of the Prograf and cause some serious side effects, always consult your doctor before taking this drug combination.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prograf® (tacrolimus)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 881

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1165-1167

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PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Benefits & Uses

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Dosage & How to Take

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Related Warnings

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S

PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about PROGRAF 0.5MG CAPSULE 10S

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Prograf?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question over 5 years ago

How does Prograf work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Question over 5 years ago

What is Prograf?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Prograf cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Prograf with Ibuprofen?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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