What is the drug Imuran used for?

Azathioprine (Imuran®) is a medication that treats diseases that have to do with your immune system. It’s been used in some patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), usually if they have problems with standard FDA-approved medications for their MS.

What is the side effect of Imuran?

This effect can cause anemia, decrease your body’s ability to fight an infection, or cause easy bruising/bleeding. Tell your doctor right away if you develop any of the following symptoms: unusual tiredness, pale skin, signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn’t go away, fever, chills), easy bruising/bleeding.

Is Imuran a steroid?

Imuran is an immunosuppressive antimetabolite and prednisone is a corticosteroid. Side effects of Imuran and prednisone that are similar include nausea or vomiting. Side effects of Imuran that are different from prednisone include upset stomach, diarrhea, loss of appetite, hair loss, or skin rash.

What happens when you stop taking Imuran?

It can trigger a flare. Quitting your medication can reverse a remission and cause a flare-up of symptoms, including diarrhea, stomach pain, cramps, fatigue, bloody stools, mouth sores, and weight loss. You may also have joint or back pain, vision changes, or fever.

Do you have to taper off azathioprine?

Stopping treatment may be considered at any point if you’re in remission. But most gastroenterologists will usually consider stopping the drug after four years for people who haven’t had any flare-ups. However there is a risk of relapsing if you stop taking azathioprine or mercaptopurine.

Is 50 mg of azathioprine a lot?

The usual dose is 150-200 mg a day but the dose can vary depending on your weight and tolerance of the medication. Start with one 50 mg tablet daily usually in the morning with a meal. After one week, you should have your blood drawn.

Can you take azathioprine for life?

Many people will take this medicine for a long time. If you have had an organ transplant, you’ll probably take it for the rest of your life. You will have regular blood tests while taking azathioprine. These blood tests will ensure that any concerns or problems are found quickly.

What happens when you stop taking azathioprine?

If you stop taking it suddenly: If you’re taking this drug for a kidney transplant and you stop taking it suddenly, you may experience transplant rejection and kidney failure. If you’re taking this drug for rheumatoid arthritis and you stop taking it suddenly, your symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis may come back again.

Can you take vitamin D with azathioprine?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between azathioprine and Vitamin D3. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

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