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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet is used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ such as a liver, kidney, or heart. It contains Tacrolimus, which works by suppressing the activity of T and B lymphocytes (cells in the immune system) that normally attack foreign invaders and defend the body against foreign cells and infection. Thus, it prevents organ rejection in transplanted patients and helps the body in accepting the new organ.

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Composition :

TACROLIMUS-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet is used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ such as a liver, kidney, or heart. Organ rejection occurs when a patient’s immune system recognizes the donor organ as foreign and tries to eliminate it.

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet contains Tacrolimus, which works by suppressing the activity of T and B lymphocytes (cells in the immune system) that normally attack foreign invaders and defend the body against foreign cells and infection. Thus, it prevents organ rejection in transplanted patients and helps the body in accepting the new organ.

Take Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to use Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, diarrhoea, headache, kidney problems, infection, fever, constipation or high blood pressure. Most of these side effects of Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Tacrolimus or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . Avoid alcohol consumption with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert, as Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may cause some people vision problems or nervous disturbances. If you are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections or skin cancer as it lowers the body’s immune defence system.

Uses of Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet is used for prevention of transplanted organ rejection

Directions for Use

Capsule: Take the capsule as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Granules: The granules should be mixed with water to make an oral suspension. Drink the prepared suspension immediately. Do not save the suspension for later use.

Medicinal Benefits

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet contains Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet suppresses the activity of T and B lymphocytes (cells in the immune system) that normally attack foreign invaders and defend the body against foreign cells and infection. As a result, it helps the body accept the new organ and prevents organ rejection in patients who have had organ transplants.

How Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet Works

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet contains Tacrolimus, which works by suppressing the activity of T and B lymphocytes (cells in the immune system) that normally attack foreign invaders and defend the body against foreign cells and infection. Thus, it prevents organ rejection in transplanted patients and helps the body in accepting the new organ.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Kidney problems
  • Infection
  • Constipation
  • Fever
  • High blood pressure

What if I have taken an overdose of Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Seek emergency medical attention or call your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms or if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Tacrolimus or other medicines. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . Avoid alcohol consumption with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert, as Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may cause vision problems or nervous disturbances in some people. If you are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections or skin cancer as it lowers the body’s immune defence system. While taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet , you are advised to wear protective clothing and sunscreen while going out. You are recommended to use glass or metal materials to prepare the oral suspension. Avoid using plastic (PVC) materials to prepare the suspension, as the granules will stick to a plastic container, and your child may not receive their full dose. Do not inhale or let the granules or prepared oral suspension come in contact with your skin or eyes. In case of accidental contact with skin, wash the area well with soap and water, and if it comes in contact with the eyes, rinse with plain water.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TacrolimusCidofovir
Critical
TacrolimusThioridazine
Critical

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TacrolimusCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking cidofovir with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Cidofovir is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
TacrolimusThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Combining Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Thioridazine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Thioridazine is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with saquinavir can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Saquinavir is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Mifepristone may significantly increase the blood levels of Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet, which may increase the risk and/or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Mifepristone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with dronedarone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Dronedarone is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusRifampicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with rifampin can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Rifampicin and Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusNetilmicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet with netilmicin may increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet and netilmicin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusAmisulpride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking amisulpride together with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amisulpride and Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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TACROLIMUS-0.5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

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TACROLIMUS-0.5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Taking of grapefruit or grapefruit juice while on Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet treatment may lead to increased Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet levels in blood. Avoid or limit grapefruit or grapefruit juice intake during treatment with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include fruits and vegetables in your daily routine.
  • Follow a vitamin-C-rich diet.
  • Reduce salt intake.
  • Eat a handful of walnuts and almonds every day.
  • Reduce intake of unhealthy cholesterol and fats.
  • Consume dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa.

Liver and Heart transplant:

  • Eat whole-grain bread, cereals and other grains, fruits and vegetables, lean meats, fish and poultry.
  • Maintain a low-fat and low-salt diet.
  • Drink low-fat milk or eat other low-fat dairy products to maintain adequate calcium.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient water and other fluids.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice. 

Habit Forming

No

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Using Tacrolimus during pregnancy may cause kidney dysfunction or neonatal hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood). Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant before taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet and if you are a woman of childbearing age, use effective contraceptive methods while using Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother before taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet . You should avoid taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet during breastfeeding or avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may cause vision problems or nervous disturbances in a few people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have liver diseases/conditions before taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have Kidney diseases/conditions before taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet should be used in children in doses as advised by a doctor only.

FAQs

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet is used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ such as a liver, kidney, or heart.

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet contains Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant that works by the activity of T and B lymphocytes (cells in the immune system) that normally attacks foreign invaders and defend the body against foreign cells and infection. As a result, it helps the body accept the new organ and prevents organ rejection in patients who have had organ transplants.

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections as it may weaken the immune system. Therefore, consult a doctor immediately if you have any signs of infection, such as sore throat or fever.

Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of skin cancer. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to the sun for a long time or artificial light such as tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen before going out in the sun.

If you are about to receive any vaccinations, especially live vaccines such as measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), oral polio, varicella, yellow fever, intranasal influenza, BCG and TY21a typhoid vaccines, inform your doctor that you are taking Imunotac 0.5 mg Tablet because it may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine and increase your risk of contracting the infection that the vaccine is meant to protect against.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

463, 4 th Floor, RPG HOUSE, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai ? 400 030. Maharashtra, INDIA
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