Topical: Serious side effects have been reported with topical tacrolimus including the following: Lymphoma and other malignancies: The risk of lymphomas after transplant appears related to intensity and duration of use of tacrolimus. Avoid prolonged exposure to UV light and sunlight. ...
Our Protopic (tacrolimus) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication. SeeBOXED WARNINGconcerning long-term safety of topical calcineurin inhibitors
81 A 10-year-old boy was treated with tacrolimus 0.03% ointment, but stopped when blood levels reached 2.5 ng/mL; he was then successfully treated with topical pimecrolimus.82 Other Adverse Effects Q48.10 Other AE include enhanced facial flushing after alcohol ingestion,83 the development of ...
topical treatment of eczema, particularly atopic eczema. It suppresses inflammation in a similar way to steroids, but is not as powerful. An important dermatological advantage of tacrolimus is that it can be used directly on the face; topical steroids cannot be used on the face, as they thin ...
Common side effects of Prograf include: shaking, headache, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, stomach pain, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping (insomnia), or tingling or swelling of the hands or feet. Tell your doctor if you experience serious side effects of Prograf includi...
It is available in various formulations, including oral capsules and topical ointments. Tacrolimus has shown efficacy in the treatment of conditions such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. However, it may cause side effects such as increased susceptibility to infections and kidney damage. Overall, ...
Topical tacrolimus has shown promise in adult patients as an alternative antiinflammatory without the cutaneous side effects of steroids. Eleven patients between 6 and 15 years of age with facial or inverse psoriasis were evaluated in a 6-month, single-center, open-label trial. Clinical evaluations...
Topical tacrolimus presents a low risk to the nursing infant because it is poorly absorbed after topical application and peak blood concentrations are less than 2 mcg/L in most patients. Ensure that the infant's skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been tre...
In addition, because lymphedema is primarily a disease of the skin and subcutaneous soft tissues of the extremities, it may be possible to use topical approaches to accomplish these goals, thereby avoiding systemic complications. Tacrolimus is an anti-T-cell agent that is FDA-approved as a ...
photocarcinogenecity is not increased so far, it is prudent for patients on topical treatments to minimize natural or artificial ultraviolet light exposure.Topical tacrolimus is apparently effective for atopic dermatitis and seems to be extremely safe without many side effects associated with other ...