Q. My daughter was put on generic Prograf (tacrolimus) as one of her immunosuppressants after a liver/kidney transplant. On tacrolimus, the levels of the drug in her body fluctuated widely, leading to one mild and one moderate liver rejection episode.
When she was hospitalized as a result of these episodes, they would administer brand name Prograf and levels of the drug in her body would increase dramatically.
She switched to brand name Prograf at home, even though it costs more. Levels of the drug in her body stabilized and she has had no more rejections.
A. Your story is extremely alarming. Tacrolimus is a lifeline for transplant recipients. We have passed your comment to the FDA. Anyone else who has experienced a generic drug problem can report it on our website (PeoplesPharmacy.com).
