Tacroz Ointment (Tacrolimus 0.03% / 0.1%)

Prescription Topical India

Glenmark · India

Price: ₹200–₹600

Description

Tacroz is Glenmark's branded tacrolimus ointment — a topical calcineurin inhibitor (TCI), not a corticosteroid. It suppresses T-cell activation and is used as a steroid-sparing agent for eczema, vitiligo, and facial dermatoses where long-term steroid use is undesirable. Does not cause skin atrophy.

Active Compounds

Tacrolimus

Active ingredient — topical calcineurin inhibitor

Concentration: 0.03% / 0.1%

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Full Ingredient List (INCI)

  • Tacrolimus
  • White Soft Paraffin
  • Liquid Paraffin
  • Propylene Carbonate
  • White Beeswax
  • Hard Paraffin

Suitable Skin Types

SensitiveDryAll skin types (prescription use)

Key Features

  • Calcineurin inhibitor — NOT a steroid
  • No risk of skin atrophy or striae
  • Safe for face, eyelids, and genital area
  • Steroid-sparing agent for chronic eczema
  • 0.03% for children, 0.1% for adults
  • Also used off-label for vitiligo

Usage

Apply a thin layer to affected areas twice daily. Burning sensation is common initially and subsides with continued use. Do not use with occlusion.

Available Sizes

10 g20 g

Related Conditions

Atopic Dermatitis Steroid-sparing calcineurin inhibitor for moderate-to-severe eczema Seborrheic Dermatitis Steroid-free option for facial seborrheic dermatitis Contact Dermatitis Steroid-sparing option for chronic contact dermatitis