LYCOS RETRIEVER
Prograf: Taking Prograf
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Prograf is used to prevent rejection of liver transplants. Sometimes it is used to prevent rejection of other types of transplants. SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication include nausea, headache, constipation, tremor or difficulty sleeping.
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Medications other than those listed above may interact with Prograf. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
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Reuters news service reported that more patients taking Prograf during clinical trials died from drug-related problems than patients who were taking cyclosporine made by Novartis. Prograf is already approved to prevent the rejection of transplanted livers and kidneys.
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Your doctor may have suggested Prograf for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Prograf, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Prograf without consulting your doctor.
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Drugs other than those listed here may ... interact with Prograf. Talk to your prescriber or health care professional about other medicines that may increase the effect of Prograf before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
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Some medicines, such as certain antibiotics, will affect your body's ability to use Prograf. Always make sure your doctor knows you are taking Prograf when you receive a new medicine, including any over-the-counter medicines or herbal supplements.
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