Advagraf 0.5mg
₨ 8,000
Brand Name: Astellas
Active Ingredient: Tacrolimus Monohydrate (0.5mg)
Dosage Form: Prolonged-Release / Extended-Release Hard Capsules
Estimated Price Range : PKR 8,000 – PKR 8,500 (Imported Stock)
Rx/OTC: Rx
A Summarized Overview
Advagraf 0.5mg is a prescription medicine that stops your body from rejecting a newly transplanted kidney or liver. Its long-acting formula releases medicine slowly over 24 hours, so you only need to take one capsule every morning.
Key Benefits & Uses
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Protects transplanted kidneys or livers from being attacked by the immune system.
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Helps manage acute rejection episodes if other medications fail.
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Simplifies daily routines and ensures stable 24-hour drug levels.
Common Side Effects
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Mild hand tremors or shaking
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High blood pressure (Hypertension)
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Increased blood sugar levels
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Mild headaches or nausea
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Temporary changes in kidney lab markers
Precautions
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Take once daily in the morning, 1 hour before or 2–3 hours after eating.
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Swallow the capsule whole with water.
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Never consume grapefruit or its juice while taking Advagraf.
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Do not switch between Advagraf (once daily) and twice-daily brands without direct orders from your transplant specialist.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Advagraf 0.5mg used for?
It stops your body from rejecting a newly transplanted kidney or liver.
2. How is Advagraf different from Prograf or Inograf?
Advagraf is taken once a day, while Prograf and Inograf are taken twice a day.
3. What is the price of Advagraf 0.5mg on MedicineStore.pk?
It costs around PKR 8,000 in Pakistan, with extra discounts on advance payments.
4. What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take it as soon as you remember that day. Never double up your dose the next morning.
5. Do I need a prescription to buy it online?
Yes. You must upload a valid doctor’s prescription (Rx) when ordering on MedicineStore.pk.

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