Azathioprine ,
Azathioprine
Disease
Crohn's disease
,
Ulcerative colitis
,
Drug Class
Immunomodulators
Delivery Method
Oral
or
Brand name:
Azathioprine
,
Drug name:
Azathioprine
Recommendations for pregnancy
Can cause fetal harm.
Recommendations for breastfeeding
Not recommended for nursing mothers.
Most common side effects
Common side effects may include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, malaise, canker sores, rash, fever, pain in joints.
Other
Periodic blood work is necessary when taking azathioprine to monitor the liver and blood counts. Infections, including lymphoma and pancreatitis, have been rarely reported.
Azathiorprine is a generic prescription medication.
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Immunomodulators