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Prograf

Tacrolimus

Intended to relieve transplant rejection risks to support physical organ viability and target immune responses.

Active ingredient
Tacrolimus
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
0.5mg · 1mg · 5mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Prograf, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Prograf vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Prograf details

Alternative names
tacrolimus
Therapeutic class
Calcineurin Inhibitor
Pharmacological class
Immunosuppressant
Known off-label uses
severe active rheumatoid arthritis
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to tacrolimus
Minor side effects
headache; tremor; nausea
Moderate side effects
renal dysfunction; hypertension; hyperglycaemia
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Astellas Pharma
Onset Time
2–4 weeks
Duration
12–24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Ketoconazole; Rifampin; Grapefruit
Age restrictions
Approved for children and adults under specialist care.
Serious side effects

severe nephrotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; severe systemic infections, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

intended to relieve transplant rejection risks to support physical organ viability and target immune responses.

Mechanism of action

Binds to intracellular immunophilins to block calcineurin, stopping critical T-cell transcription processes.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Use if potential benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.

What you will receive

Prograf is the originator brand name, made by Astellas Pharma. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Astellas Pharma.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Tacrolimus is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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