Tacrolimus is a lacrimomimetic immunosuppressant commonly used in veterinary ophthalmology. Veterinarians may prescribe this medication, which is available as either ophthalmic drops or an eye ointment, to help manage certain eye conditions in dogs and other animal species.

Appearance: Opaque and milky white to off white.

Compounding & Dispensing Information: All prescription medications ordered through Tractor Supply Pet & Animal Pharmacy are fulfilled and dispensed by Allivet, a Tractor Supply Company. Compounded preparations dispensed through Allivet are manufactured by Wedgewood Connect, an FDA-registered outsourcing facility that adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards. Wedgewood Connect maintains required state licenses and registrations.

*This item cannot be shipped to MI, MO, MS, NE, UT.

How Its Sold

Sold by the bottle in the strength of 0.03% and size of 15 mL

Special Precautions

Keep tacrolimus and all drugs out of reach of children and pets. Tacrolimus is a prescription drug and should be used according to your veterinarian's directions, and it should only be given to the animal for which it was prescribed. Do not give this medication to a person. Tacrolimus should not be given to animals that are allergic to it, or drugs like it. This medication should be handled and administered with disposable gloves.

Side Effects

Be sure to discuss any side effects your pet experiences while taking tacrolimus with your veterinarian immediately. The most common side effects include burning, stinging and redness in the eye after application. Less commonly hair loss and discoloration around the eye may occur with long term use.

Overdose Information

Overdose of tacrolimus may cause more severe reactions similar to those listed previously in the side effects section. If you suspect your pet or another animal was accidentally overdosed or has eaten this medication inadvertently, contact your veterinarian or the A.S.P.C.A.'s Animal Poison Control Center at 888.426.4435. Always bring the prescription container with you when you take your pet for treatment. If you or someone else has accidentally ingested this medication call the National Capital Poison Center at 800.222.1222.

Storage

Store at room temperature

Active Ingredients

Tacrolimus