Tacrolimus IV
Generic Name: TACROLIMUS - INJECTIONPronounced: (tack-row-LEE-muss)
Tacrolimus IV Warning
Tacrolimus lowers the body's ability to fight an infection/disease (immunosuppression). This effect may increase your risk of developing an infection or certain types of cancer (e.g., skin cancer, lymphoma). To reduce the risk of these serious side effects, your doctor will direct you to receive this medication at the lowest effective dose and monitor you closely. Keep all medical and laboratory appointments.
Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following signs: unusual skin changes, change in the appearance/size of moles, unusual growths/lumps, swollen glands, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat).
Tacrolimus IV Side Effects
See also Warning section.
Shaking (tremor), headache, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, or tingling hands/feet may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:
- change in the amount of urine
- seizures
- mental/mood changes (e.g., anxiety, agitation)
- extreme tiredness/weakness
- swelling ankles/feet
- fast/pounding heartbeat
- muscle spasm
- hearing problems (e.g., hearing loss, ringing in the ears)
- pain/redness/swelling at injection site or in the arms/legs
- dizziness
- easy bruising/bleeding
- yellowing skin/eyes
- severe stomach/abdominal pain
- dark urine
- shortness of breath
- vision changes
Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:
- fainting
- irregular heartbeat
- chest pain
- black stools
- vomit that looks like coffee grounds
- trouble breathing
Tacrolimus may cause your blood pressure to increase. You may be required to check your blood pressure periodically and/or take another medication to control your blood pressure.
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