Protac Capsules 1mg

Product Description

Product Name: Protac Capsules 1mg

Product Form: Capsules

Pack Size: 10s

Manufactured By: Rotex Pharma

Used For:

• Organ Transplant Rejection Prevention – Helps prevent rejection of kidney, liver, heart, and lung transplants by suppressing the immune system.
• Autoimmune Diseases (Off-label use) – Used for lupus nephritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
• Topical Form (Ointment) – Treats eczema (atopic dermatitis) when other treatments fail.

Side Effects:

• Common Side Effects:

  • High blood pressure
  • Tremors (shaking hands)
  • Headache, dizziness
  • Nausea, diarrhea
  • Increased blood sugar (risk of diabetes)
  • Increased risk of infections

• Serious Side Effects:

  • Kidney damage – Monitor kidney function regularly.
  • Neurotoxicity – Can cause severe tremors, confusion, seizures.
  • Electrolyte Imbalance – Can lower magnesium and increase potassium levels.
  • Increased risk of cancer – Long-term use raises the risk of skin cancer and lymphoma.

Precautions:

• Avoid Grapefruit & Grapefruit Juice – It can increase Tacrolimus levels in the blood, causing toxicity.
• Monitor Kidney & Liver Function – Regular blood tests are needed.
• Increased Infection Risk – Avoid live vaccines and exposure to infections.
• Limit Sun Exposure – Increases skin cancer risk; use sunscreen.
• Take on an Empty Stomach – 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals for better absorption.