Tacrolimus (Intas)™

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Tacrolimus Intas 0.1% ointment is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults and adolescents (16 years of age and above).,Flare treatment,Treatment of moderate to severe flares of atopic dermatitis in patients who are not adequately responsive to or are intolerant of conventional therapies such as topical corticosteroids.,Maintenance treatment,Prevention of flares and prolongation of flare-free intervals in patients experiencing a high frequency of disease exacerbations who have responded to tacrolimus treatment during flares.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 24 Months
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Ointment
• Topical
• White to slightly yellowish ointment

Source: ARTG

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 10 g tube
• 30 g tube
• 60 g tube

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

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.

Source: AHT

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