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FDA approves Mylan Pharma Tacrolimus capsules

Tacrolimus capsules is an immunosuppressant. It blocks the action of certain blood cells (eg, T lymphocytes) that can cause the body to reject the transplanted organ.

Mylan Pharma’s Tacrolimus capsules, 0.5mg, 1mg and 5mg is the generic version of Astellas’ Prograf capsules, a treatment to prevent rejection in people who have received certain organ transplants.

The company intends to introduce the drug immediately.