What is Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule?
Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule contains Tacrolimus 1 mg. It is made by Concord Biotech Ltd. This medicine belongs to a drug class called immunosuppressants medicines that calm down an overactive immune system.
Doctors use it mainly after organ transplant surgery, when the immune system needs to be kept in check.
Why is Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule given?
After a kidney, liver, or heart transplant, your immune system sees the new organ as an outsider. It tries to attack it. Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule stops this attack from happening.
It is used for:
- Preventing organ rejection after a transplant
- Long-term immune control in transplant patients
- Sometimes used for certain skin and immune conditions, as directed by a doctor
People on this medicine are usually transplant patients under close medical supervision.
Why Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule works
Tacrolimus blocks a protein inside immune cells called calcineurin. This protein normally tells immune cells to multiply and attack anything foreign, including a transplanted organ.
Shutting this signal down slows the immune attack. The new organ gets a better chance to settle in and function normally. That’s why doctors keep patients on it for as long as the transplant is in place.
Side effects
Most people on Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule notice mild issues at first. These often ease as the body adjusts.
- Shaky hands (tremors)
- Headache
- Feeling sick or stomach upset
- Trouble sleeping
- High blood pressure
- Raised blood sugar
- Kidney function changes over time
Call your doctor right away if you notice swelling, very low urine output, confusion, or signs of infection like fever. These need quick medical attention.
Is Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule safe for everyone?
No. This medicine is not right for every patient, and a few groups need extra caution.
- Pregnant women should use it only if the doctor feels the benefit is greater than the risk
- People with existing kidney problems need close monitoring while on this drug
- Anyone allergic to tacrolimus or similar drugs should avoid it
- Tell your doctor about any other medicines you take, especially those affecting the liver, since tacrolimus is broken down there
Talk to your doctor about vaccinations too, since live vaccines are usually avoided during treatment.
How to store
- Keep the capsules in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Store them out of reach of children.
- Do not move capsules out of their strip until you are ready to take them.
- Moisture can affect how well the capsule holds up over time.
How much does Tacrocord 1 mg Capsule cost?
Purchase Tacrocord 1 mg capsule at IVFInjection. Orders are delivered across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad, with pan-India shipping also available for most locations.
Patients on long-term transplant medicine often ask if switching brands changes how the drug works. It can, since tacrolimus levels in the blood can shift slightly between brands. Doctors usually recheck blood levels after any brand change, so always mention it at your next visit.
