Immunosuppressors

Immunosuppression is a condition in which the body's immune system is suppressed and cannot adequately respond to infections and other pathogenic factors. Immunosuppressants are medications that block or reduce the activity of the immune system, resulting in immunosuppression.

Immunosuppressive drugs are used in a variety of medical fields, including oncology, organ transplantation, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. They can be prescribed for both treatment and prevention of diseases associated with suppression of the immune system.

One of the most common immunosuppressive drugs is cyclosporine, which is used to treat organ transplantation and correct organ rejection after transplantation. Cyclosporine blocks T-cell activity, which reduces the risk of organ rejection.

Another example of an immunosuppressant is methotrexate, which is used in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases. Methotrexate inhibits DNA synthesis, which suppresses immune system activity and reduces inflammation.

It is important to note that immunosuppression can lead to decreased immunity and an increased risk of infections. Therefore, taking immunosuppressive drugs should only be done under the supervision of a doctor and taking into account possible risks and side effects.

Immunosuppressants are substances that affect the activity of the immune system of a person or animal. Their action is based on the inhibition of immune reactions in the body - the mechanisms responsible for the development of antibodies and the inflammatory response to infections. That is, the use of these drugs may be useful in infectious diseases, but often cause unwanted side effects and excessive impact on the immune system. * Drugs for the treatment of cancer * Immunosuppressive drugs are used for cancer. With their help, it is possible to eliminate malignant cells that act as the body's own cells. Treatment is carried out both as part of complex therapy and as the main one. The effectiveness of using such tablets depends on the characteristics of the patient’s body and the type of cancer. In particular, they are used in the treatment of ovarian cancer, kidney cancer, various forms of prostate tumors, rheumatoid arthritis and other diseases. A decrease in immunity under the influence of cancer is inevitable, therefore, before starting to take medications of this group, doctors strongly advise patients to undergo a course of restorative vitamin therapy. However, this type of treatment should be carried out only if there are medical indications, without abandoning general therapy and preliminary examination of the patient’s entire body.

The most well-known immunosuppressive drugs are hormones of the glucocorticoid group: prednisolone, methylprednisolone, etc. They are usually prescribed in case of severe disease of any systemic nature, and especially if the cause of the disease is associated with impaired immunity. They are also emergency medications and are actively used in the development of various autoimmune disorders and allergic diseases. The remaining groups of immunosuppressants are used by doctors primarily to prevent side effects from taking hormonal drugs. In addition, it is after immunosuppression that treatment with corticosteroid hormones can be started in order to return the immune system to its previous state, capable of fighting the disease. However, such a decision should be made only after receiving test results and examining the patient. The dose and duration of taking an immunosuppressant directly depend on the medical indications for its use and the general condition of the patient at the time of initiation of treatment. In any case, the effectiveness and success of the treatment course directly depends on the form of the cancer and its type. Only oncologists, based on diagnostic findings