Prograf
Prograf (tacrolimus) is an immunosuppressive medication used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ. It is also used in certain patients to treat certain types of autoimmune disease (such as Crohn's disease). Prograf works by weakening the immune system.
Prograf is available in generic form. Generic drugs are often less expensive than brand-name drugs.
Side Effects of Prograf
Common side effects of Prograf include:
- diarrhea
- headache
- joint pain
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- changes in taste
- weight loss
- weakness
- tremor
- seizures
- high blood sugar
- high cholesterol
- headache
- dizziness
- trouble sleeping
Seek medical attention immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- dark urine
- unusual fatigue
- fever
- chills
- body aches
- flu symptoms
- easy bruising/bleeding
- pale skin
- new or worsening mental/mood changes (such as confusion, depression, hallucinations, thoughts of suicide)
- seizures
- kidney problems
- swelling of the ankles/feet/hands
- unusual weight gain
Dosage of Prograf
Prograf is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
- Prograf 0.5 mg
- Prograf 1 mg
- Prograf 5 mg
The recommended dose of Prograf for preventing organ rejection in adults following a kidney transplant is 0.5 mg to 5 mg once daily. The recommended dose of Prograf for preventing organ rejection in adults following a liver transplant is 3 mg to 5 mg once daily.
Warnings and Precautions
Before taking Prograf, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to tacrolimus or any other medication. Prograf can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. This may make you more likely to get an infection or make an infection that is more severe. Call your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as fever, chills, or sore throat.
Prograf can also cause serious or life-threatening side effects. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- dark urine
- unusual fatigue
- fever
- chills
- body aches
- flu symptoms
- easy bruising/bleeding
- pale skin
- new or worsening mental/mood changes (such as confusion, depression, hallucinations, thoughts of suicide)
- seizures
- kidney problems
- swelling of the ankles/feet/hands
- unusual weight gain
Interactions with Prograf
Prograf can interact with other medications, vitamins, or herbs you may be taking. An interaction is when a substance changes the way a drug works. This can be harmful or prevent the drug from working well.
To help avoid interactions, your doctor should manage all of your medications carefully. Be sure to tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins, or herbs you're taking. To find out how this drug might interact with something else you're taking, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Examples of drugs that can cause interactions with Prograf are listed below.
Prograf and Pregnancy
Prograf can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not breastfeed while you are taking Prograf.
Prograf 5mg
| Package | Per Pill | Price | Savings | Bonus | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5mg × 10 pills | $13.6 | $136 | + Levitra |
Prograf 1mg
| Package | Per Pill | Price | Savings | Bonus | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1mg × 10 pills | $5.6 | $56 | + Cialis | ||
| 1mg × 20 pills | $4.48 | $89.6 | $22.4 | + Viagra | |
| 1mg × 40 pills | $3.92 | $156.8 | $67.2 | + Levitra | |
| 1mg × 60 pills | $3.73 | $224 | $112 | + Cialis | |
| 1mg × 80 pills | $3.64 | $291.2 | $156.8 | + Viagra |
