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Can azathioprine cause cholestasis?
Yes
What is the dosage for azathioprine?
Azathioprine is taken once a day in tablet form
What is an azathioprine?
An azathioprine is an immunosuppressant used in organ transplant and autoimmune diseases to prevent rejection.
How is azathioprine taken?
Azathioprine, which needs to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset, is frequently combined with cyclosporine, prednisone, or tacrolimus.
What is azathioprine also called?
Imuran
What is Imuran also called?
Azathioprine
What is the generic name for imuran?
azathioprine
What will happen if you stop taking azathioprine?
It depends why you're on azathioprine and if you're also on any other drugs that have a similar effect. For example, if you're on azathioprine to prevent organ rejection following a transplant, you may lose the graft if you stop taking azathioprine. On the other hand, if you're also on another immunosuppressive such as cyclosporin or tacrolimus, and stop taking azathioprine, you're unlikely to notice an immediate difference, although in the long run you may find that your graft function declines quicker than expected. You should always consult your doctor before stopping (or starting) any medication.
What can be used for maintenance of remission in patients with corticosteroid dependent uc?
azathioprine
What can be used for maintenance of remission in patients with corticosteroid-dependent uc?
azathioprine
What are the side effects of azathioprine?
may cause birth defects if either the man or woman is using it at the time of conception. Anyone who uses this drug and is sexually active should consult with a physician about an effective birth control method.
What is causing my liver counts to be twice higher than normal when taking 6MP for my Crohns disease?
6MP and Azathioprine have fewer side effects than corticosteroids. However, these medications can also have serious side effects. Patients taking 6MP may have an increased risk of cancer, Azathioprine and 6-MP can induce inflammation of the liver and both medications are known to cause low white blood cell counts. Inflammation of the liver is relatively common and is checked regularly while on 6MP.
