Differentiate Between Tacrolimus (Prograf) and Cyclosporine (Sandimmune),and Select the True

question 11

Multiple Choice

Differentiate between tacrolimus (Prograf) and cyclosporine (Sandimmune) ,and select the true statement.

• A) Tacrolimus is a macrolide antibiotic that has a similar mechanism of action as cyclosporine-to inhibit T-cell lymphocyte activity.
• B) Cyclosporine is more potent than tacrolimus and is primarily used in organ transplantation to prevent rejection.
• C) Tacrolimus and cyclosporine stimulate the production of interleukin-2, a chemical mediator necessary for the growth and multiplication of T-cells.
• D) None of these are correct.

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