Drug
Tacrolimus
Pronounced
"tack-row-LEE-muss"
Notes
Lab and/or medical tests (such as potassium levels, blood pressure, blood sugar, tacrolimus blood level, kidney/liver function) will be done while you are using this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
If you have had an organ transplant, it is recommended that you attend a transplant education class or support group. Learn the signs of organ rejection such as tenderness/pain around the transplanted organ, a feeling of being ill, or fever. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any of these signs.
Storage
Not applicable. This medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home.