Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus) topical is used to treat the symptoms of eczema in patients who cannot use other topical medications for their condition or whose eczema has not responded to another medication. Tacrolimus is in a class of medications called immunosuppressants. It works by preventing the immune system's production of substances that cause eczema.

Protopic
Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.03%) 30gm 1 tube
Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.03%) 30gm 2 tubes
Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.03%) 30gm 3 tubes
Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.10%) 30gm 1 tube
Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.10%) 30gm 2 tubes
Protopic Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.10%) 30gm 3 tubes

The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

Online Tacrolimus Use Indication:

Tacrolimus topical comes as an ointment to apply to the skin. It is usually applied twice a day to the affected area. To help you remember to apply Tacrolimus, use it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use Tacrolimus exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Wash your hands before applying the medicine. If you have just taken a bath or a shower, be sure your skin is completely dry. Apply the ointment sparingly in a thin film and rub it in gently. Do not apply cosmetics or other skin preparations on the treated area without talking with your doctor. Do not wrap or bandage the treated area. If you are not treating eczema on your hands, wash your hands thoroughly after applying Tacrolimus topical.

Continue to use Tacrolimus topical for 1 week after your eczema clears up.

Medication Tacrolimus Side Effects:

Precautions on using Tacrolimus

Before using Tacrolimus topical,

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Tacrolimus (Tacrolimus) or any other medications.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: antifungals such as fluconazole (Diflucan), itraconazole (Sporanox), and ketoconazole (Nizoral); calcium channel blockers such as diltiazem (Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac) and verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan); cimetidine (Tagamet); and erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
tell your doctor if you have a skin infection.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using Tacrolimus topical, call your doctor.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Tacrolimus topical.
ask your doctor about the safe use of alcoholic beverages while you are using Tacrolimus topical. Alcohol can make the skin or face become flushed or red and feel hot.
plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to natural and artificial sunlight (such as sun lamps and tanning beds) and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Tacrolimus topical may increase the risk of skin cancer.
avoid exposure to measles and shingles. If you are exposed to one of these diseases while using Tacrolimus topical, call your doctor immediately.

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