Azathioprine

Azathioprine is an immunosuppressive drug that suppresses the immune system.

Country of origin: Russia, Moskhimfarmpreparaty im. ON THE. Semashko.

Pharmaceutical group: immunosuppressive drugs (immunosuppressors).

Manufacturers: GNIISKLS (Russia), Moskhimfarmpreparaty im. ON THE. Semashko (Russia).

International name: Azathioprine.

Synonyms: Imuran.

Dosage forms: substance, tablets 50 mg.

Composition: active ingredient - azathioprine.

Indications for use: organ transplantation, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, dermatological diseases.

Contraindications: hypersensitivity, liver disease, hematopoietic system, pregnancy, breastfeeding, childhood.

Side effects: cytopenias, infections, gastrointestinal disorders, hepatotoxicity, allergic reactions.

Interaction: potentiates the effect of other immunosuppressants and cytostatics.

Overdose: pancytopenia, liver damage. Treatment is symptomatic.

Special instructions: do not use for a long time due to the risk of cancer.