Tacrosure Ointment
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Product introduction
Tacrosure Ointment is used to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis). It works by suppressing the activity of certain immune cells that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) of the skin. This relieves itching and improves rashes in atopic dermatitis.
Tacrosure Ointment is used for external use. It should be used 2-4 times a day on the affected area or use it as suggested by the doctor. It should be applied slowly and evenly to the skin until it is rubbed in. You should not use it too often and you should not cover the treated area with a bandage or plaster. You must inform your doctor if there’s no improvement even after two weeks of treatment or if the skin gets worse.
Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects like erythema, headache, inflammation of hair follicle, and application site reaction like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. This medicine is not normally recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless it is clearly needed.
Tacrosure Ointment is used for external use. It should be used 2-4 times a day on the affected area or use it as suggested by the doctor. It should be applied slowly and evenly to the skin until it is rubbed in. You should not use it too often and you should not cover the treated area with a bandage or plaster. You must inform your doctor if there’s no improvement even after two weeks of treatment or if the skin gets worse.
Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects like erythema, headache, inflammation of hair follicle, and application site reaction like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. This medicine is not normally recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless it is clearly needed.
Uses of Tacrosure Ointment
Benefits of Tacrosure Ointment
In Treatment of Atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic skin condition causing red, itchy, and inflamed patches on the skin, often associated with allergies. Tacrosure Ointment when applied topically suppresses the immune response in the skin, reducing the inflammatory reactions that lead to eczema flare-ups. This way it provides relief and helps improve the quality of life for individuals with atopic dermatitis.
Side effects of Tacrosure Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tacrosure
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Headache
- Hair follicle inflammation
How to use Tacrosure Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How Tacrosure Ointment works
Tacrosure Ointment is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing the activity of certain immune cells that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) of the skin. This relieves itching and improves rashes in atopic dermatitis.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tacrosure Ointment 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tacrosure Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Tacrosure Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Tacrosure Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
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Quick tips
- Tacrosure Ointment is effective at treating eczema (atopic dermatitis) when other treatment options have failed.
- It works by decreasing itching, redness, and skin rashes.
- Apply thinly, to affected areas of skin only. Clean the affected area and dry well before applying Tacrosure Ointment. Avoid contact with water after application.
- Inform your doctor if there's no improvement even after two weeks of treatment, or if the skin gets worse.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- Stop using Tacrosure Ointment and consult your doctor if your eczema becomes infected.
- Continuous long-term use of the ointment should be avoided. Use as prescribed by you doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolide Lactams
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Immunosuppressant- Calcineurin inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Tacrosure Ointment used for?
Tacrosure Ointment is a medicine that modulates the immune system. It works on the immune system and mostly decreases its activity. It is used to treat moderate to severe eczema (atopic dermatitis) in adults who do not respond to steroids or develop side effects on using them. In atopic dermatitis, the skin’s immune system undergoes an overreaction and causes skin inflammation leading to itchiness, redness and dryness. Tacrosure Ointment acts on the abnormal immune response and alters it, thereby relieving the skin inflammation and itchiness.
Q. What are the side effects of Tacrosure Ointment?
Tacrosure Ointment, when applied to the skin, may cause skin irritation, burning sensation and itching at the site of application. These are usually mild to moderate in severity and normally resolve within one week of starting the treatment. Redness is also a common manifestation along with sensation of warmth, pain, altered sensation and rash at the site of application. Using it increases the patients’ increased risk of getting inflamed or infected hair follicles, cold sores, acne and generalized herpes simplex infections.
Q. Is Tacrosure Ointment ointment safe?
As compared to other immune-suppressing medicines, Tacrosure Ointment has been found to be a safe and effective short-term treatment for atopic dermatitis. When applied on the affected part of the skin, its absorption to the blood and body is minimal. Hence, the side effects are less as compared to when taken through oral route.
Q. Does Tacrosure Ointment has abuse potential?
No, Tacrosure Ointment does not have abuse potential and thus, is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have potential for abuse so they need permission by authorities and doctor for use.
Q. Does Tacrosure Ointment cause cancer?
Long-term use of Tacrosure Ointment has been found to have increased risk of lymph node tumors called lymphoma. Some studies have found that few patients who used Tacrosure Ointment ointment or another similar medication developed skin cancer or lymphoma. Consult your doctor if you have to use Tacrosure Ointment ointment for more than 6 weeks or if your eczema symptoms have not improved or are getting worse with time during your treatment.
Q. Is Tacrosure Ointment a steroid?
No, Tacrosure Ointment is not a steroid. It is a medicine which modulates the working of the immune system. It is used in the treatment of eczema, most commonly in atopic dermatitis. An advantage of Tacrosure Ointment is that it does not cause skin thinning (atrophy) or other steroid-related side effects.
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Name: Dermacure Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: E-309,Crystal Plaza,3rd Floor,Room-A LinkRoad,Andheri West,Opp:Infinity Mall MUMBAI Mumbai City MH 400053 India
Country of origin: India
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