Prograf
Tacrolimus 0.5mg, 1mg and 5mg hard capsules, used in the management of transplant rejection. A calcineurin inhibitor that holds T-cells back.
- Category
- Autoimmune Support
- Active ingredient
- Tacrolimus
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 0.5 · 1 · 5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Prograf on your behalf.
- Condition
- Transplant Rejection
- Alternative names
- Adoport
- Therapeutic class
- Immunosuppressant
- Pharmacological class
- Calcineurin Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to tacrolimus; hypersensitivity to macrolides
- Minor side effects
- tremor; headache
- Moderate side effects
- hypertension; renal impairment; abnormal liver function tests
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Astellas Pharma
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in the original blister package.
- Drug interactions
- grapefruit; ketoconazole; rifampicin
- Age restrictions
- Adjusted for weight in paediatric patients.
Precautions and warnings
regular blood monitoring required; avoid excessive sun exposure; monitor kidney function
Serious side effects
opportunistic infections, requires immediate medical attention; lymphoma, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tacrolimus 0.5mg, 1mg and 5mg hard capsules, used in the management of transplant rejection. A calcineurin inhibitor that holds T-cells back.
Mechanism of action
Suppresses the immune response by inhibiting calcineurin, thereby preventing the activation of T-cells that trigger organ rejection.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Avoid unless deemed essential by a specialist. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Prograf is a well-known brand of tacrolimus, a medication used to prevent organ transplant rejection. The same active ingredient is also marketed as Adoport. This medicine is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 0.5mg, 1mg, and 5mg to assist in maintaining immune system stability following transplant surgery.
Buying Prograf online
While generic tacrolimus, often produced in India, provides a more affordable alternative to the original brand, sourcing reliable medication remains a priority for expats and residents across Thailand and the rest of Asia. This medicine is best used under the regular supervision of a transplant specialist to ensure proper clinical management.
Is Prograf the original brand?
Yes, Prograf is the originator brand name, made by Astellas Pharma. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (tacrolimus) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Prograf?
Prograf comes in 0.5, 1 and 5mg strengths, in packs of 10 to 90 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What are other brand names for tacrolimus?
Other brands of tacrolimus include Adoport. On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Protopic.
What is Prograf used for?
Prograf contains tacrolimus, used for transplant rejection. Tacrolimus suppresses the immune response by inhibiting calcineurin, thereby preventing the activation of T-cells that trigger organ rejection.
When does Prograf start working?
Tacrolimus usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 12 hours. The exact timing differs between people.
Does Prograf have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of tacrolimus are tremor and headache. Less common ones include hypertension, renal impairment and abnormal liver function tests. Serious but less common side effects include opportunistic infections and lymphoma, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Prograf interact with?
Tacrolimus can interact with grapefruit, ketoconazole and rifampicin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Prograf.
Can I buy Prograf over the counter in Thailand?
Online, yes: Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order Prograf. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Prograf delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Prograf is the originator brand name, made by Astellas Pharma. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Astellas Pharma and do not ship the original Prograf.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Tacrolimus) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.