Citac 0.5mg Capsule
Manufacturer
Advaith Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Tacrolimus (0.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Citac 0.5mg Capsule is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients by weakening the body's immune system.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Citac 0.5mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant used along with other medicines to prevent your body from rejecting a new organ (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart) after transplant. It works by suppressing your body's immune response following the transplant of an organ, helping your body to accept the new organ as if it were your own.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Citac 0.5mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Citac 0.5mg Capsule is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body's immune response following the transplant of an organ (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart). This helps your body to accept the new organ as if it were your own.
Quick Tips
Citac 0.5mg Capsule is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients. It may take 3 to 4 months for the medication to work. Keep taking it as prescribed. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day to help with your kidney function. Do not stop taking Citac 0.5mg Capsule without talking to your doctor first.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Citac 0.5mg Capsule an antibiotic?
Yes, Citac 0.5mg Capsule is an antibiotic that belongs to a group of medicines called macrolides. It is mainly used after organ transplantation to prevent organ rejection after kidney, heart, or liver transplant.
Which vaccines should not be taken while taking Citac 0.5mg Capsule?
You should avoid taking any live vaccines (vaccines that use pathogens that are still alive but are attenuated, meaning weakened) while taking Citac 0.5mg Capsule. These may include vaccinations for measles, mumps, rubella, BCG (TB vaccine), yellow fever, chicken pox, and typhoid. You should also avoid taking polio drops (by mouth) or flu vaccine (through nose).
Who should not take Citac 0.5mg Capsule?
Patients with allergies to it or a weakened immune system, high blood pressure, and kidney failure should avoid Citac 0.5mg Capsule. This medicine should also be avoided in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and in people who plan to receive any live vaccines (e.g., MMR vaccine).
What should I tell my doctor before taking Citac 0.5mg Capsule?
Before taking this medication inform your doctor if you are pregnant, have allergies, long-term infection, high blood sugar, or high blood pressure. You should also inform your doctor if you have high blood potassium levels or a weakened immune system. Tell your doctor if you have a history of any medications, recently received, or are scheduled to receive a live vaccine.
What should I be aware of before I start taking Citac 0.5mg Capsule?
This medicine suppresses the immune system and there is always an increased risk of infection. In some cases, Citac 0.5mg Capsule can increase the risk of certain cancers like skin and lymph gland cancer (lymphoma). It can lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication and if you notice any symptoms of infection like fever, sweats or chills, cough or flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, warm, red, or painful areas on your skin.
Does Citac 0.5mg Capsule have an abuse potential?
No, Citac 0.5mg Capsule does not have abuse potential and is therefore not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have the potential for abuse so they need permission from authorities and doctors for use.
