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Hair loss after transplant, probably Tacrolimus: Anyone change meds?

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@karen51

I am taking half what you do. 1.5mg twice a day. I took more at first but was gradually lowered from starting at 6 or 5 going to 4 then 3mg. Mayo wants my tac level to be at 5. I consistently stay at that level. They are balancing my amount with my tac blood levels, the least amount needed the better!

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hello1234 | @hello1234 | Aug 12, 2022

Hi @karen51
Since my transplant, even at the hospital, I started taking my Cellcept and Tacronlimis (and all the other meds like Bactrin, Valcyte, etc) with food to try and protect my stomach a little. I think the food probably means that I am taking more Tac to reach my target blood level. I eat my morning oatmeal and then take my meds. I think you are right that I could take less Tac if I stopped taking it with breakfast. I think I will discuss this with transplant during my anniversary visit to see if it would possibly make a difference to my hair loss.
Thank you for all your good info and Congrats on your transplant! 😊

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