What it is used for

Tacrolimus is indicated for use as an adjunct to liver, kidney, lung or heart allograft transplantation in adults and children.

How to take it

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

• The way to take this medicine: Oral
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Store in a Dry Place
• Lifetime is 24 Months.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

White to off white powder filled in size '4' greyish red cap/body HGC printed with '5 mg' on cap and 'Tacro' on body with white ink

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine is subsidised which may make it cheaper. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Phamaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient tacrolimus

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

What it is used for

Tacrolimus is indicated for use as an adjunct to liver, kidney, lung or heart allograft transplantation in adults and children.

How to take it

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

• The way to take this medicine: Oral
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Store in a Dry Place
• Lifetime is 24 Months.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

White to off white powder filled in size '5' yellow cap/body HGC printed with '0.5mg' on cap and 'Tacro' on body with red ink

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine is subsidised which may make it cheaper. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Phamaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient tacrolimus

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.