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Azathioprine (Systemic)

Brand Names : Imuran

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects | Additional Information

Category
  • Immunosuppressant
  • antirheumatic (disease-modifying)
  • bowel disease (inflammatory) suppressant
  • lupus erythematosus suppressant
Description

Azathioprine (ay-za-THYE-oh-preen) belongs to the group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. It is used to reduce the body's natural immunity in patients who receive organ transplants. It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Azathioprine may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Azathioprine is a very strong medicine. You and your doctor should talk about the need for this medicine and its risks. Even though azathioprine may cause side effects that could be very serious, remember that it may be required to treat your medical problem.

Azathioprine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

    Oral
  • Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
    Parenteral
  • Injection (U.S. and Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

  • Imuran

In Canada -

  • Imuran

Generic name product may be available in the U.S.


   

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Azathioprine: Before Using



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