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Azathioprine Sodium alters the body s immune system so that your body does not reject a transplanted organ. It is also used to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis after other treatments have failed to provide relief.
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azathioprine Sodium
Imuran
Uses
Azathioprine Sodium alters the body s immune system so that your body does not reject a transplanted organ. It is also used to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis after other treatments have failed to provide relief.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 77 degrees F (15 - 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- After mixing and dilution in IV fluids (consult your pharmacist for details), this product is stable at room temperature for 24 hours.
- Discard any unused portion of the vial.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
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How To Use
- Azathioprine Sodium may be given by vein (IV) until you are able to take the tablet form by mouth.
- It is usually given once daily.
- Dosage is adjusted based on your condition and response.
- Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with certain IV fluids.
- Consult your pharmacist.
- Azathioprine Sodium product should be checked visually for particles or discoloration before use.
- If present, do not use the liquid.
Side Effects
- Nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea or pain at the injection site may occur.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
- Unlikely but report promptly: hair loss, unusual fatigue, stomach pain, joint or muscle pain, vision changes.
- Very unlikely but report promptly: yellowing of eyes or skin, darkened urine, unusual bleeding or bruising, lumps/growths.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Azathioprine Sodium, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, infections.
- Azathioprine Sodium can lower the body s ability to fight an infection.
- Notify your doctor promptly if you develop signs of an infection such as fever, chills or persistent sore throat.
- Azathioprine Sodium is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor before using Azathioprine Sodium.
- Azathioprine Sodium is excreted into breast milk.
- Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using Azathioprine Sodium is not recommended.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If the dose is missed, contact your doctor immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you use, especially of: allopurinol, drugs affecting bone marrow (e.g., cotrimoxazole, numerous anti-cancer drugs), alkylating type cancer drugs (e.g., melphalan, cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil), other immune suppressants (e.g., cyclosporine), blood thinners (e.g., warfarin, heparin), ACE inhibitors (e.g., captopril, lisinopril).
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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