Question 1

What is Azathioprine used for?

Accepted Answer

Azathioprine is used to prevent rejection in organ transplantation and to treat autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease.

Question 2

How does Azathioprine work?

Accepted Answer

Azathioprine works by decreasing the activity of the immune system, it is a prodrug that is converted to its active form, 6-mercaptopurine, in the body.

Question 3

What are the potential side effects of Azathioprine?

Accepted Answer

Azathioprine can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and bone marrow suppression, it should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Question 4

When to stop Azr?

Accepted Answer

You should never stop this medicine before doctors advise. Sudden discontinuation may increase the symptoms your doctor may advise frequent blood tests and follow-up visits. After careful examination, he may gradually stop this medicine.

Question 5

What is the Azr Tablet used for?

Accepted Answer

Azr Tablet is used in the management of organ transplantation. It helps the body to accept a transplanted organ like kidney, liver, heart, lung or pancreas. It is also useful in some autoimmune diseases including severe inflammatory diseases of the skin, liver, arteries and blood disorders.

Question 6

Is Azr a steroid?

Accepted Answer

No, Azr is not a steroid. Azr contains a medicine called Azathioprine. It is an immunosuppressant (reduce immune strength) and useful in some autoimmune diseases including severe inflammatory diseases of the skin, liver, arteries and blood disorders.

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