Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Prograf?



Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:


-allergic reactions (skin rash, itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue)
-chest pain
-heartbeat rhythm changes (trouble breathing; chest pain; dizziness; fast, irregular heartbeat; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls)
-high blood sugar (increased hunger, thirst or urination; unusually weak or tired, blurry vision)
-high potassium levels (chest pain; fast, irregular heartbeat; muscle weakness)
-increase in blood pressure
-infection (fever, chills, cough, sore throat, pain or trouble passing urine)
-kidney injury (trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine)
-low red blood cell counts (trouble breathing; feeling faint; lightheaded, falls; unusually weak or tired)
-low magnesium levels (fast, irregular heartbeat; muscle cramp or pain; muscle weakness; tremors; seizures)
-low phosphorus levels (loss of appetite, muscle weakness)
-nervous system problem (headache, confusion, seizures, changes in vision, changes in behavior, coma, or tremors)
-pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet


Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):


-constipation
-diarrhea
-edema (sudden weight gain; swelling of the ankles, feet, hands or other unusual swelling)
-stomach pain
-trouble sleeping

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Prograf. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA