Tacrolimus

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Apr 16, 2024

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Tacrolimus ointment

Common Brands:

Protopic

Availability:

By prescription

Therapeutic Class:

Topical calcineurin inhibitors (immunosuppressants)

Forms:

Ointment

Administration:

By application to the skin

Therapeutic Uses:

To treat symptoms of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema)

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Tacrolimus (Protopic) Drug Class

Tacrolimus (tak-roe-lye-mus) belongs to a group of immunosuppressant drugs called topical calcineurin inhibitors.

Tacrolimus (Protopic) Age Range

Tacrolimus ointment 0.03% is approved for use in adults and children 2 to 15 years of age. Tacrolimus ointment 0.1% is approved for use in adults and children over 15 years.