Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away.
Tacrolimus ointment for dogs side effects.
Applies to tacrolimus topical.
Stinging burning soreness or itching in the area of treated skin may occur during the first few days of treatment.
The information is not intended to cover all possible uses directions precautions drug interactions or adverse effects nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is.
Commonly reported side effects of tacrolimus topical include.
Headaches diarrhea seizures high blood pressure tremors rash mental status changes decreased magnesium insomnia high blood sugar anemia high potassium nausea vomiting decreased kidney function decreased appetite leg cramps hair loss keep in mind immunosuppressant drugs prescribed and dosages.
All drugs may cause side effects.
See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
The side effects of tacrolimus are similar to those of cyclosporine.
Herpes zoster infection varicella zoster infection and vesicobullous dermatitis.
Tacrolimus is very well tolerated in the ophthalmic treatment of kcs.
Other side effects include.
Headache acne hair bumps folliculitis stomach upset flu.
However many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects.
Only topical use of tacrolimus is recommended currently.
Burning sensation of skin and pruritus.