Tacrolimus in A Sentence

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    How to store tacrolimus Store the capsules in their protective wrapper at room temperature in a dry place.

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    It is unclear whether the effect of tacrolimus is due to systemic immunosuppression or a local effect.

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    The risk for humans cannot be completely ruled out as the potential for local immunosuppression with the long-term use of tacrolimus ointment is unknown.

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    Topical medications include corticosteroid creams (Aristocort, Kenalog, Halog, Topicort, and many other brand names) and ointments containing immunomodulators, usually tacrolimus (Protopic) or pimecrolimus (Elidel).

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    Unlike strong topical steroids, studies have shown that tacrolimus ointment does not cause skin atrophy 5, 6.

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    Unlike strong topical steroids, studies have shown that tacrolimus ointment does not cause skin atrophy.