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Description
General Medication Fact Sheet for Prograf
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Prograf |
| Generic Name | Tacrolimus |
| Boxed/Label Warning | Increased risk of serious infections and malignancies. |
| Purpose | Immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after transplantation (e.g., liver, kidney, heart). |
| Mechanism of Action | Inhibits calcineurin, a protein phosphatase, thereby blocking T-cell activation and suppressing the immune system. |
| Dosage Forms | Oral capsules, oral granules, intravenous solution. |
| Available Strengths | Capsules: 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 5 mg; Granules: 0.2 mg. |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically twice daily, about 12 hours apart. |
| Common Side Effects | Tremor, headache, diarrhea, nausea, high blood pressure, kidney problems. |
| Serious Side Effects | Serious infections, malignancies (lymphoma, skin cancer), kidney damage, neurotoxicity, diabetes. |
| Drug Interactions | Many drugs can interact, including: antifungal medications (e.g., ketoconazole), antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin), calcium channel blockers (e.g., diltiazem), grapefruit juice. |
| Important Notes | Take exactly as prescribed; blood levels need to be monitored regularly. Avoid grapefruit juice. Report any signs of infection immediately. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light. Keep capsules in original packaging. |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember, but do not double the dose to catch up. If close to the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular schedule. |
| Alternatives | Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral), Sirolimus (Rapamune), Mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept), Azathioprine (Imuran). |
Prograf Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral) | Calcineurin inhibitor | Another immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection. Requires blood level monitoring. |
| Sirolimus (Rapamune) | mTOR inhibitor | Immunosuppressant that works by a different mechanism than tacrolimus or Cyclosporine. |
| Mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) | Inhibits purine synthesis | Immunosuppressant that suppresses B and T lymphocyte proliferation. |
| Azathioprine (Imuran) | Purine analog | Immunosuppressant and antimetabolite. |
Prograf Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Tremor | Serious infections (e.g., pneumonia, sepsis) |
| Headache | Malignancies (e.g., lymphoma, skin cancer) |
| Diarrhea | Kidney damage |
| Nausea | Neurotoxicity (e.g., seizures, confusion) |
| High blood pressure | Diabetes |
| Kidney problems | Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) |
Prograf Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liver Transplant | 0.10 – 0.20 mg/kg/day (oral) or 0.03 – 0.05 mg/kg/day (IV) | Adjusted based on blood levels; typically 0.05 – 0.10 mg/kg/day. | Administer orally twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Take consistently with or without food. Monitor blood levels. |
| Kidney Transplant | 0.15 – 0.30 mg/kg/day (oral) or 0.05 – 0.10 mg/kg/day (IV) | Adjusted based on blood levels; typically 0.075 – 0.15 mg/kg/day. | Administer orally twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Take consistently with or without food. Monitor blood levels. |
| Heart Transplant | 0.075 mg/kg/day (oral) | Adjusted based on blood levels; typically 0.01 – 0.07 mg/kg/day. | Administer orally twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Take consistently with or without food. Monitor blood levels. |
Prograf Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $50 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $300 |
| From CPS | $251 |
Why Americans Buy Prograf from Canada Pharmacy Store?
Why Americans Buy Prograf from Canada Pharmacy Store?
Americans have trouble affording Prograf due to numerous factors—but at Canada Pharmacy Store, we offer a safe, affordable alternative. That’s why thousands of Americans trust us to fill their prescriptions with real savings and real service.
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Our customers save up to 80% on their Prograf prescriptions compared to U.S. pharmacy prices by ordering through licensed Canadian and international pharmacies.
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How to Order Prograf Online
How to Order Prograf Online
Step 1
Select Your Prescribed Prograf Dosage
Choose the strength and quantity as directed by your healthcare provider and add it to your cart.
Step 2
Proceed Through Secure Checkout
Follow the steps to complete your order and provide necessary shipping and payment details.
Step 3
Upload Your Prograf Prescription
Submit a prescription from a licensed U.S. healthcare provider that matches your order.
At Canada Pharmacy Store, patient safety comes first. We strictly comply with prescription regulations and do not ship any medication without a valid, verifiable prescription. Orders may be declined if a prescription appears falsified or altered in any way. We take these precautions to protect your health and ensure lawful, responsible practices.
Guarantee
Our Guarantee When You Buy Prograf Through Canada Pharmacy Store
At Canada Pharmacy Store, your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities. We supply only authentic, high-quality medications by working exclusively with licensed Canadian pharmacies and trusted international partners. Every order is filled in accordance with strict regulatory standards and includes medication that’s fully approved by Health Canada or other recognized health authorities such as the MHRA (UK), HSA (Singapore), and the Pharmacy Board of Mauritius.
The Prograf you receive is the same active medication as what’s available in the U.S.—the only difference is the packaging, which reflects its country of origin. Our licensed healthcare professionals review each order carefully to ensure it matches your prescription exactly.
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