Manufacturer: Mohrish Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Tacrolimus(0.1% w/v)
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel should be applied on the site of lesion inside the mouth. Follow the doctor’s instruction and use it in the dose and duration suggested by the doctor. If you do not see an improvement in your symptoms after a week you should talk to your doctor.
It is a safe medicine with no common side effects. In general, it should not be used by anyone who has a weakened immune system.
Tacrolimus works by suppressing the skin’s immune system, thus reducing allergic reactions like redness, swelling, itching and relieving eczema.
Tacrolimus is completely metabolised prior to elimination. The mean disposition half-life is 12 hours and the total body clearance based on blood concentration is approximately 0.06 L/h/kg. The elimination of tacrolimus is decreased in the presence of liver impairment and in the presence of several drugs.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tacvido
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Dryness in mouth
Diarrhea
Increased glucose level in blood
Increased thirst
Kidney damage
Liver damage
Nausea
Stomach pain
a bad infection.
cancer or malignancy.
diabetes.
low amount of magnesium in the blood.
low amount of calcium in the blood.
high levels of potassium in the blood.
low amount of potassium in the blood.
high blood pressure.
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Immediate-release formulations of tacrolimus are indicated for the prophylaxis of organ rejection in adult and pediatric patients receiving allogeneic liver, kidney, heart, or lung transplants, in combination with other immunosuppressants.
diabetes mellitus.
hepatic dysfunction.
infections.
QT interval prolongation.
renal dysfunction.
hyperkalemia.
hypertension.
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is an immunosuppressant used in the treatment of oral lichen planus.
You will start feeling better within 1 month of starting the treatment.
However, the effect is temporary; when Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is discontinued, oral lichen planus may flare again. So consult your doctor before stopping the medication.
This medication should not be used by anyone who has a weakened immune system (e.g., following an organ transplant).
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Q. Does Tacvido Forte Oral Gel have an abuse potential?
No, Tacvido Forte Oral Gel does not have abuse potential and thus, is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have potential for abuse so they need permission from authorities and doctors for use.
Q. What is Tacvido Forte Oral Gel? What is it used for?
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It is used to treat oral lichen planus, an ongoing (chronic) inflammatory condition that may appear as white, lacy patches; red, swollen tissues; or open sores inside your mouth. These lesions may cause burning, pain or other discomfort. It provides relief from inflammation caused by this disease.
Q. What are the side effects of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel?
The most common side effects of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel include application site reactions (such as burning, irritation, itching and redness) and dryness in the mouth. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own. If any of these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration, consult your doctor.
Q. How does Tacvido Forte Oral Gel act?
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It works by suppressing the action of a protein (calcineurin) which decreases the production of inflammatory chemicals by certain immune cells (T lymphocytes). Thus, Tacvido Forte Oral Gel helps to relieve the inflammation associated with lichen planus.
Q. I feel better and my lesions have reduced after 20 days of starting the medicine, can I stop taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel?
No, don’t stop taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel even if you feel better. Suddenly stopping the medication may cause the oral lichen planus to recur. Therefore, consult your doctor before stopping the medication as it may worsen your symptoms.
