PROTOPIC vs TACROLIMUS

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	PROTOPIC	TACROLIMUS
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.65 /g	$0.65 /g
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	TACROLIMUS	TACROLIMUS
Manufacturer	Leo Pharma As	Dr Reddys
Dosage forms	Topical	Capsule, Capsule, extended release, Injectable, Topical
Drug class	Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant	Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant
Boxed warning	None	Boxed warning
Treats	Atopic Dermatitis, Graft Vs Host Disease	Atopic Dermatitis, Graft Vs Host Disease

protopic tacrolimus

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.65 /g

Type

Active ingredient

TACROLIMUS

Manufacturer

Leo Pharma As

Dr Reddys

Dosage forms

Topical

Capsule, Capsule, extended release, Injectable, Topical

Drug class

Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant

Boxed warning

None

Boxed warning

Treats

Atopic Dermatitis, Graft Vs Host Disease

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Protopic or Tacrolimus?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.65 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Protopic and Tacrolimus?

Both Protopic and Tacrolimus share the active ingredient Tacrolimus.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.