What is Azasan ?

Azathioprine is an immunosuppressive medication primarily used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients and to treat autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. By inhibiting the proliferation of lymphocytes, it reduces the activity of the immune system, helping to minimize inflammation and immune-mediated damage. It requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects, including bone marrow suppression and increased infection risk.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Loss of appetite
• Increased risk of infections
• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Rash
• Liver function abnormalities

• Increased risk of malignancies, including skin cancer and lymphoma
• Potential for bone marrow suppression leading to anemia, leukopenia, and thrombocytopenia
• Use with caution in patients with liver dysfunction
• May increase risk of infections; avoid live vaccines
• Monitor blood counts regularly to detect possible bone marrow suppression early
• Use in pregnancy only if clearly needed; potential risk of harm to the fetus
• Interaction with other medications like allopurinol can enhance toxicity
• Patients should be monitored for hematopoietic and liver toxicity