Tacvido Forte Oral Gel
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Product introduction
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is a medicine used to treat oral lichen planus. It provides relief from inflammation caused by this disease. Tacvido Forte Oral Gel works by blocking calcineurin, an enzyme that activates T lymphocytes and causes inflammation associated with lichen planus.
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is used to prevent the body rejecting the organ that is transplanted
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is used to prevent the body rejecting the organ that is transplanted
Uses of Tacvido Dental Gel
- Treatment of Oral lichen planus
Benefits of Tacvido Dental Gel
In Treatment of Oral lichen planus
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. It helps relieve inflammation associated with oral lichen planus. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation. Do not eat or drink for at least 30 minutes after application. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
Side effects of Tacvido Dental Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tacvido
- Burning sensation
How to use Tacvido Dental Gel
Check the label for directions before use. Gently apply the gel to the affected area inside your mouth. Refrain from eating or drinking immediately after applying the gel.
How Tacvido Dental Gel works
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is an immunosuppressant. It works by blocking calcineurin, an enzyme that activates T lymphocytes and causes inflammation associated with lichen planus.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is an immunosuppressant used in the treatment of oral lichen planus.
- You will start feeling better within 1 month of starting the treatment.
- However, the effect is temporary; when Tacvido Forte Oral Gel is discontinued, oral lichen planus may flare again. So consult your doctor before stopping the medication.
- This medication should not be used by anyone who has a weakened immune system (e.g., following an organ transplant).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolide Lactams
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
STOMATOLOGICALS
Action Class
Immunosuppressant- Calcineurin inhibitors
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel
Once A Day
66%
Twice A Day
27%
Four Times A *
3%
Thrice A Day
3%
Twice A Week
1%
Once A Week
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Tacvido Dental Gel for?
Atopic dermat*
50%
Others
50%
*Atopic dermatitis
Please rate Tacvido Forte Oral Gel on price
Not Expensive
50%
Expensive
33%
Average
17%
FAQs
Does Tacvido Forte Oral Gel have an abuse potential?
No, Tacvido Forte Oral Gel does not have abuse potential and thus, is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances have potential for abuse so they need permission from authorities and doctors for use.
What is Tacvido Forte Oral Gel? What is it used for?
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It is used to treat oral lichen planus, an ongoing (chronic) inflammatory condition that may appear as white, lacy patches; red, swollen tissues; or open sores inside your mouth. These lesions may cause burning, pain or other discomfort. It provides relief from inflammation caused by this disease.
What are the side effects of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel?
The most common side effects of Tacvido Forte Oral Gel include application site reactions (such as burning, irritation, itching and redness) and dryness in the mouth. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own. If any of these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration, consult your doctor.
How does Tacvido Forte Oral Gel act?
Tacvido Forte Oral Gel belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressant macrolides. It works by suppressing the action of a protein (calcineurin) which decreases the production of inflammatory chemicals by certain immune cells (T lymphocytes). Thus, Tacvido Forte Oral Gel helps to relieve the inflammation associated with lichen planus.
I feel better and my lesions have reduced after 20 days of starting the medicine, can I stop taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel?
No, don’t stop taking Tacvido Forte Oral Gel even if you feel better. Suddenly stopping the medication may cause the oral lichen planus to recur. Therefore, consult your doctor before stopping the medication as it may worsen your symptoms.
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Name: Mohrish Pharmaceuticals
Address: 59/1, First Floor, Kalu Sarai, Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi - 110016
Country of origin: India
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