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Tacroderm Ointment is a product of Abbott
Composition: Tacrolimus (0.03% w/w)

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All Details About Tacroderm Ointment

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Tacroderm Ointment

Description:

Tacroderm 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.

Tacroderm 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.


Employ of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as erythema, headache, inflammation of the hair follicle, and application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. This medicine is not normally recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless it is clearly needed.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Tacroderm

  • Headache
  • Hair follicle inflammation
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Tacroderm Ointment during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tacroderm Ointment may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

What is Tacroderm Ointment used for?

Tacroderm 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. Tacroderm Ointment acts on the abnormal immune response and alters it, thereby relieving the skin inflammation and itchiness.

What are the side effects of Tacroderm Ointment?

Tacroderm 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.

Is Tacroderm Ointment ointment safe?

As compared to other immune-suppressing medicines, Tacroderm 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.

Does Tacroderm Ointment has abuse potential?

No, Tacroderm 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.

Does Tacroderm Ointment cause cancer?

Long-term use of Tacroderm Ointment has been found to have increased risk of lymph node tumors called lymphoma. Some studies have found that few patients who used Tacroderm Ointment ointment or another similar medication developed skin cancer or lymphoma. Consult your doctor if you have to use Tacroderm Ointment ointment for more than 6 weeks or if your eczema symptoms have not improved or are getting worse with time during your treatment.

Is Tacroderm Ointment a steroid?

No, Tacroderm 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 Tacroderm Ointment is that it does not cause skin thinning (atrophy) or other steroid-related side effects.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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