Inograf 0.5mg Capsule

Inograf 0.5mg Capsule is a capsule made by Platinum Pharmaceuticals Ltd that contains Tacrolimus 0.5mg, an immune-modulating medicine (calcineurin inhibitor). It is used for eczema (ointment) and prevention of organ transplant rejection (capsules). Pack size: 30 capsules.

Uses of Inograf 0.5mg Capsule

Inograf 0.5mg Capsule ointment is used for moderate to severe atopic eczema that has not responded well to other treatments, and is useful on delicate areas such as the face and neck where steroids are best limited. Tacrolimus capsules and injections are a different, specialist treatment used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted kidney, liver, heart or other organ.

How Inograf 0.5mg Capsule works

Tacrolimus is a calcineurin inhibitor. It blocks the activation of T-cells, a type of immune cell that drives inflammation in eczema and attacks a transplanted organ. Applied to the skin it acts mainly where it is used, while capsules suppress the immune system throughout the body.

Possible side effects

Side effects of Inograf 0.5mg Capsule depend a lot on the form used. Common ones include:

• Burning, warmth or itching where the ointment is applied
• Facial flushing after alcohol (ointment)
• Tremor (capsules)
• Raised blood sugar or blood pressure (capsules)
• Headache

Contact your doctor promptly about fever, chills, sore throat or other signs of infection, reduced urine, or new lumps or skin changes. With capsules, get urgent help for fits, confusion or changes in vision.

Precautions and warnings

• With the ointment, avoid strong sunlight and sunbeds, and do not apply it to infected skin.
• Capsules need regular blood tests to check tacrolimus levels, kidney function and blood sugar, and brands should not be switched without specialist advice.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice with capsules, and tell your doctor about all other medicines, as many can change tacrolimus levels.
• Taking it by mouth raises the risk of infections and some skin cancers, so protect your skin from the sun and report any changes.
• Discuss pregnancy and breastfeeding with your specialist before use.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Inograf 0.5mg Capsule online in Pakistan

Order Inograf 0.5mg Capsule from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Tacrolimus by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.