Protopic
Warnings
What may interact with Protopic?
-alcoholic beverages or medicines containing high percentages of alcohol
-calcium channel blockers like diltiazem, nifedipine, nimodipine, nisoldipine
-certain medicines used to treat fungal infections like itraconazole, ketoconazole, and fluconazole
-cimetidine
-erythromycin
-vaccines
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Protopic?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-cold sores or shingles
-decreased immune function
-Netherton''s syndrome
-receiving any form of light therapy (phototherapy, UVA, or UVB) to your skin
-skin infection
-an unusual or allergic reaction to tacrolimus, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Protopic?
Improvements to your skin may occur after the first few weeks of treatment. Even though your skin looks better, it is important to keep using the ointment as instructed by your health care provider. Tell your health care professional if your condition does not get better within the first few weeks of treatment or if it gets worse.
This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.While you are using this medicine, drinking alcohol may cause the skin or face to become flushed or red and feel hot. Let your health care provider know if you notice such reactions, especially if they bother you.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.