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Does Intake Of Prograf Cause Pain And Swelling In Feet?

My feet are are about 6 big. They are very painfull, DR said and hospital stated it may be a reaction from my 60 mg. 3 X day. Now i start 2x per day of prograf. I do feel good with prograf..how do i stop the pain and swelling of my feet , its been 4 days. I had a bi-lateral lung transplant Mar 2010. This med was givien while in hospital in IV 3X day ,for afeb heart .. then for a infection I was sob for afeb heart and could not walk far buts its better, then these pills are great and I feel great, but my feet hurt. I keep my feel higher than my heart. I use cold pac. How do I stop the pain now?? Do I have to see a DR??? thanks Mike in FL, McDonnell
Mon, 19 Apr 2021
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Hi,

Prograf contains tacrolimus that belongs to the group of medications known as immunosuppressant medication is used for preventing rejection of a kidney transplant. It helps the body accept the new organ by weakening body's immune system. Prograf may cause muscle weakness, pain, ankle pain, joint pain, back pain, numbness or tingling sensation in the hands or feet, mood swings, difficulty in sleeping etc., as its side effects.

Again, Prograf can cause a symptoms of allergic reactions such as rashes, itching, swelling of lips, tongue, throat, eyes, face, arms or feet, wheezing, breathing difficulties, dizziness, hypotension, rapid heartbeat etc. If you suffer from such type of side effects for long or bother you, then you should consult your doctor first for medical help.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
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Does Intake Of Prograf Cause Pain And Swelling In Feet?

Hi, Prograf contains tacrolimus that belongs to the group of medications known as immunosuppressant medication is used for preventing rejection of a kidney transplant. It helps the body accept the new organ by weakening body s immune system. Prograf may cause muscle weakness, pain, ankle pain, joint pain, back pain, numbness or tingling sensation in the hands or feet, mood swings, difficulty in sleeping etc., as its side effects. Again, Prograf can cause a symptoms of allergic reactions such as rashes, itching, swelling of lips, tongue, throat, eyes, face, arms or feet, wheezing, breathing difficulties, dizziness, hypotension, rapid heartbeat etc. If you suffer from such type of side effects for long or bother you, then you should consult your doctor first for medical help. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician