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I have resistant refractory cutaneous dermatomyositis. i've tried all the traditional as well as ivig and rituxan (rituximab) have failed. what is prograf?
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See details: Prograf (tacrolimus) is an immunosuppressive med that is usually used after organ transplant to prevent organ rejection. It has been also used to treat certain autoimmune skin diseases. In this instance its action is similar to prednisone.
Answered 3/13/2015
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