Gravtell 0,5 Mg; 1 Mg; 5 Mg 0,5 mg; 1 mg; 5 mg Hard Gelatin Capsule

Gravtell 0,5 Mg; 1 Mg; 5 Mg 0,5 mg; 1 mg; 5 mg Hard Gelatin Capsule

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 09 October 2024


Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Primary immunosuppression in liver and kidney allograft recipients.

Dosage (summary)

Initial oral dose: 0.10-0.20 mg/kg/day for liver; 0.15-0.40 mg/kg/day for kidney, in two divided doses.

Special Populations

  • Liver impairment
  • Elderly patients
  • Paediatric patients

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Ciclosporin
  • Grapefruit juice
  • CYP3A4 inhibitors/inducers

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to tacrolimus
  • Pregnancy
  • Lactation
  • Concomitant use with live vaccines

Common side effects

  • Infections
  • Neoplasms
  • Hyperglycaemia
  • Tremor
  • Headache

Counselling Points

  • Take on an empty stomach
  • Monitor for signs of infection
  • Avoid grapefruit juice

Serious warnings

  • Risk of graft rejection with formulation changes
  • Increased risk of infections
  • Potential for QT prolongation
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