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This medicine is an immunosuppressant used to prevent rejection after a liver or kidney transplant. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Information:

Before using
WARNING: Tacrolimus may leave you less able to fight infection and could also cause tumors. This medicine must be used in an appropriate setting. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection (such as persistent sore throat or fever), or unusual growths. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking cisapride, cyclosporine, astemizole, or terfenadine. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking dalfopristin, an HIV protease inhibitor, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), macrolide antibiotics, quinupristin, or oral antifungal agents. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.

Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine is best taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. This medicine may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach; however, this may decrease the amount of the medicine absorbed into your bloodstream. If you take this medicine on an empty stomach, always take it on an empty stomach. If you take it with food, always take it with food. Consult your doctor for more details (since your doctor will be monitoring the amount of this drug in your blood). SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. DO NOT DRINK GRAPEFRUIT JUICE OR EAT GRAPEFRUIT WHILE TAKING THIS MEDICINE unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Space your doses evenly throughout the day. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Cautions
DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE without checking with your doctor. Continue taking this medicine as directed even if you feel well. DO NOT increase or decrease the dose unless directed to do so by your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are taking this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY LOWER YOUR RESISTANCE TO INFECTION. Prevent infection by avoiding contact with people with colds or other infections. Do not touch your eyes or the inside of your nose unless you have thoroughly washed your hands first. DO NOT USE A SALT SUBSTITUTE OR POTASSIUM SUPPLEMENT without checking with your doctor. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. DO NOT TAKE SELDANE (terfenadine) OR HISMANAL (astemizole) while taking this medicine. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE HAVING IMMUNIZATIONS (VACCINATIONS) while you are taking this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.