Loprolif 1mg Capsule
Manufacturer
East West Pharma
Salt Composition
Tacrolimus (1mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Loprolif 1mg Capsule is used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients by weakening the body's immune system.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Loprolif 1mg 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 (e.g., liver, kidney, or heart). This helps 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. Loprolif 1mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Loprolif 1mg 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
Loprolif 1mg 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 Loprolif 1mg Capsule without talking to your doctor first. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day to help with your kidney function.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Loprolif 1mg Capsule an antibiotic?
Yes, Loprolif 1mg Capsule is a type of antibiotic belonging to a group of medicines called macrolides. It is mainly used after organ transplantation. This medicine's immune-suppressing property helps prevent organ rejection after kidney, heart, or liver transplant.
Which vaccines should not be taken while taking Loprolif 1mg Capsule?
You should avoid taking live vaccines (vaccines that use pathogens that are still alive, but are attenuated, meaning weakened) while taking Loprolif 1mg 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 Loprolif 1mg Capsule?
Patients with known allergies to Loprolif 1mg Capsule, and those with a weakened immune system, high blood pressure, and kidney failure should avoid it. This medicine also needs to be avoided in pregnant or breastfeeding women and people who plan to receive any live vaccines (e.g. MMR vaccine).
What should I tell my doctor before taking Loprolif 1mg Capsule?
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, have allergies, long-term infections, 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 medication, have recently received, or are scheduled to receive a live vaccine.
What should I be aware of before I start taking Loprolif 1mg Capsule?
This medicine suppresses the immune system and increases the risk of infection. In some cases, Loprolif 1mg Capsule can also increase the risk of certain types of cancer like skin and lymph gland cancer (lymphoma). This medicine may lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections. Consult your doctor before starting this medication and if you notice any symptoms of infections such as fever, sweats or chills, cough or flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, warm, red, or painful areas on your skin.
Does Loprolif 1mg Capsule have an abuse potential?
No, Loprolif 1mg Capsule does not have an abuse potential and thus is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have the potential for abuse, so they need permission from authorities and doctors for use.
