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Azithioprine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Is the use of Azithioprine safe for pregnant women?
Azithioprine should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Azithioprine safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Azithioprine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Azithioprine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Azithioprine on the Kidneys?
Azithioprine may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Azithioprine on the Liver?
Azithioprine can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Azithioprine on the Heart?
Use of Azithioprine may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Azithioprine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithioprine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithioprine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azithioprine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azithioprine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Azithioprine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azithioprine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azithioprine
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Azithioprine, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithioprine
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Azithioprine as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Imuran® (azathioprine)
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211,685,863