Tacrolimus is a very important immunosuppressant drug used in organ transplantation to prevent rejection. In this article, we will discuss what tacrolimus is, how it works, its use in transplant patients and some important safety considerations.
What is Tacrolimus?
Tacrolimus, also known as FK506, is a macrolide immunosuppressant produced by Streptomyces tsukubaensis. It was first discovered in 1984 from soil samples from Easter Island in Chile. Chemically, it is ... Read more
