Tacrolimus Solution Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Blood Disorder
  • A Toxic Effect On The Central Nervous System, Which Consists Of The Brain And Spinal Cord
  • An Infection
  • Anemia
  • Damage To The Kidneys
  • Escape Of Fluid Into The Lungs
  • Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands
  • Hallucinations
  • High Blood Sugar
  • High Levels Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Low Amount Of Magnesium In The Blood
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Seizures

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Skin Rash
  • Agitation
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Dizziness
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Headache
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Irritation Of The Stomach Or Intestines
  • Itching
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Nausea
  • Nervousness
  • Nightmares
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Hormone Disorder Where The Body Produces High Levels Of Cortisol Called Cushing's Syndrome
  • Cardiomyopathy, A Disease Of The Heart Muscle
  • Chest Pain
  • Decreased Kidney Function
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Low Amount Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Osteoporosis, A Condition Of Weak Bones
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Change In Vision
  • Cramps
  • Excessive Fat In The Blood
  • Excessive Sweating
  • High Amount Of Triglyceride In The Blood
  • Indigestion
  • Pain
  • Peripheral Sensory Nerve Disorder
  • Ringing In The Ears
  • Urinary Tract Infection

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Disorder Of The Peripheral Nerves That Enable Movement Called Peripheral Motor Neuropathy
  • A High Alanine Transaminase Level
  • A High Aspartate Transaminase Level
  • A Rupture In The Wall Of The Stomach Or Intestine
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Stomach Ulcer
  • A Type Of Blood Clotting Disorder Called Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
  • A Type Of Blood Disorder Where The Red Blood Cells Burst Called Hemolytic Anemia
  • A Type Of Blood Disorder With A Decrease In All Types Of Blood Cells Called Pancytopenia
  • A Type Of Brain Disorder Called Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome
  • A Type Of Brain Function Problem Called Encephalopathy
  • Abnormal Bleeding In The Brain Resulting In Damage To Brain Tissue, Called A Hemorrhagic Stroke
  • Abnormal Heart Electrical Signals
  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • An Abnormal Increase In Muscle Tone
  • An Infection Due To A Virus
  • An Unusual Viral Infection Called Cytomegalovirus Infection
  • Chronic Heart Failure
  • Damage To The Liver And Inflammation
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Disorder Of Lymphoid Tissue After Transplant
  • Hearing Loss
  • Hemiparesis
  • Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, A Condition That Affects The Kidney And The Blood
  • Inflammation Of The Bladder With Hemorrhage
  • Inflammation Of The Lining Of The Stomach And Intestines
  • Kidney Failure
  • Kidney Problems Due To BK Polyomavirus
  • Left Ventricular Hypertrophy
  • Leukoencephalopathy, A Disease Of The White Matter Of The Brain
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Low Platelet Count And Bleeding From Immune Response
  • Lung Tissue Problem
  • Malignant Lymphoma
  • Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
  • Myoclonus, Quick And Involuntary Muscle Jerks
  • Optic Neuropathy, A Disease Of The Optic Nerve
  • Pancreatitis
  • Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, A Type Of Brain Infection
  • Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
  • Pure Red Cell Aplasia
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Thrombotic Microangiography
  • Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, A Type Of Blood Disorder
  • Torsades De Pointes, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Condition Where There Is Excess Sugar In The Urine
  • A Reaction At The Site Of Administration
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Drowsiness
  • Fainting
  • Impaired Wound Healing
  • Leg Cramps
  • Loss Of Muscle Coordination
  • Memory Loss
  • Mood Changes
  • Nerve Pain
  • Problems Thinking Clearly
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Slurred Speech

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