Tacrolimus (Topical)

Brand Names : Protopic

Side Effects of This Medicine

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More common

Skin flushing in areas of ointment application when drinking alcohol; cough; loss of appetite; general aches and pains; sneezing; weakness; skin burning; itching skin-in children; headache; fever

Less common

Watery eyes; troubled breathing or wheezing; severe skin rash or hives; flushing; chills; runny nose; increased sensitivity to sunlight; joint pain; swollen glands; acne; back pain; redness in eye; pain in eye; swelling of eye, eyelid, or inner lining of eyelid; itching eyes; cyst ; acid or sour stomach; belching; heartburn; indigestion; stomach discomfort, upset, or pain; skin blisters - in children; burning, itching, or pain in hairy areas; pus at root of hair; increased skin sensitivity; muscle aches or pain; rash; stuffy nose; skin tingling; pain or tenderness around eyes and cheekbones; tightness of chest

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.