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Taclus Forte Cream Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

TACROLIMUS-0.1%W/W

Uses:

Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

Medicinal Benefits:

Taclus Forte Cream contains Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant used to treat moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) in adults who are not adequately responsive or are intolerant to topical corticosteroids and in children (above 2 years) who failed to respond adequately to topical corticosteroids.  Taclus Forte Cream suppresses the overreaction of immune cells in the skin to a stimulus. Thus, it reduces allergic reactions and inflammation (redness and swelling). 

FAQs

Taclus Forte Cream contains Tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant that works by suppressing the over-reaction of immune cells in the skin to a stimulus. Thus, it reduces allergic reactions and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Taclus Forte Cream may cause a burning sensation of the skin at the application site as a temporary side effect. However, if the burning sensation persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

You are recommended to avoid or limit exposure to the sun for a long time or artificial light such as tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen before going out in the sun.

You are not recommended to take a shower, swim or bath immediately after applying Taclus Forte Cream as water may wash off this medicine.

Taclus Forte Cream is flammable and can catch fire; hence, avoid smoking or going near naked flames after applying the ointment of tacrolimus.

You are recommended to use Taclus Forte Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen even after using Taclus Forte Cream for two weeks, please consult a doctor.