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Prograf

Prograf Indications/Uses

tacrolimus

Manufacturer:

Astellas Pharma

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Full Prescribing Info
Indications/Uses
Prograf is indicated for the prophylaxis of organ rejection in patients receiving allogenic liver or kidney transplants. It is recommended that Prograf be used concomitantly with adrenal corticosteroids. Because of the risk of anaphylaxis Prograf injection should be reserved for patients unable to take Prograf capsules orally. In kidney transplant recipients, it is recommended that Prograf be used in conjunction with azathioprine or mycophenolate mofetil (MMF). The safety and efficacy of the use of Prograf with sirolimus has not been established (see Pharmacology: Clinical Studies under Actions).
Prograf is indicated for Lupus nephritis (in a case where the effect of steroids is insufficient or administration of steroids is difficult because of their adverse reactions).
For lupus nephritis, the efficacy and safety of this product for patients in an acute phase with high disease activity has not been established.
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