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Azathron 50mg Tablet

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Prevego Healthcare & Research Private Limited

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Azathioprine (50mg)

Overview Azathron 50mg Tablet

Immunosuppressant Azathron (50mg tablets) helps prevent organ rejection post-transplant (kidney, heart, liver, etc.), and treats rheumatoid arthritis. Its mechanism involves dampening the immune response to prevent the body from attacking the transplanted organ. Dosage and frequency are tailored to the specific transplant and must be strictly followed as prescribed. Always take Azathron with food, consistently, even feeling well, to maximize its effectiveness and minimize rejection risk. Discontinuation may lead to organ rejection. Common side effects include appetite loss, nausea, and heightened bleeding risk. Immunosuppression increases infection susceptibility and cancer risk. Report any concerning side effects immediately to your physician. Azathron is contraindicated during pregnancy, attempts at conception, or breastfeeding due to risks of birth defects and miscarriage. Inform your doctor of any infections, unusual bleeding or bruising, or other medications you're using, as interactions can occur. Regular blood tests will monitor blood cell counts.

Primary Ingredients of Azathron 50mg Tablet

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Uses of Azathron 50mg Tablet

Immunosuppression for transplant recipients and management of rheumatoid arthritis.

Major Benefits of Azathron 50mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as prescribed by your physician, adhering to both the dosage and treatment length. Ingest the 50mg Azathron tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Take it with food.

Common Side effects of Azathron 50mg Tablet:

  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Increased bleeding tendency
  • Nausea
  • Infection
  • Loss of appetite

How to use Azathron 50mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as prescribed by your physician, adhering to both dosage and treatment length. Ingest the 50mg Azathron tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer this medication with a meal.

How Azathron 50mg Tablet works:

Immunosuppressant Azathron 50mg tablets subdue the body's immune response, thereby hindering organ transplant rejection. This medication also inhibits inflammatory mediators, mitigating swelling, redness, and inflammation characteristic of some arthritic conditions.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Azathron 50mg Tablets may pose unknown risks. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Azathron 50mg tablets during pregnancy carries a confirmed risk to the fetus. Prescribing may occur exceptionally in life-threatening cases where benefits outweigh potential harm, at the doctor's discretion. Physician consultation is essential.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Use of Azathron 50mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Studies in humans indicate potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Azathron 50mg Tablet's effect on driving ability is undetermined. Refrain from driving if you experience symptoms impairing concentration or reaction time.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with impaired kidney function should use Azathron 50mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring a modified dosage. Medical advice is essential. Azathron 50mg tablets are contraindicated for individuals with severe kidney disease.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Azathron 50mg Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Severe hepatic dysfunction contraindicates Azathron 50mg Tablet use. Physician consultation is recommended. Routine liver function monitoring is advised during treatment.

What if you forget to take Azathron 50mg Tablet :

Should you forget to take your Azathron 50mg Tablet, administer it immediately. Nevertheless, if your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Azathron 50mg Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Category Purine Nucleoside Analogs
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer Therapeutics
Active Class Purine analog immunosuppressants

FAQs on Azathron 50mg Tablet

Azathron 50mg tablets are immunosuppressants, suppressing the body's immune system. While crucial for fighting infection, an overactive immune system can cause illness. Azathron, used alongside other medications, treats conditions stemming from this immune system hyperactivity. These include organ transplant rejection (kidney, heart, liver), chronic active hepatitis, severe rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, and acquired hemolytic anemia. It also treats severe skin conditions (pemphigus vulgaris, dermatomyositis, polyarteritis nodosa, pyoderma gangrenosa), particularly when corticosteroids are unsuitable.
You may not see results for 3 to 12 weeks. Keep taking the medication, even without noticeable improvement. Contact your doctor if problems arise.
Remember to take Azathron 50mg Tablet as directed. If you miss a dose, take it immediately unless it's almost time for your next dose; then skip it. Never double the dose. Report frequently missed doses to your doctor.
Treatment length depends on the individual's health status.
Azathioprine 50mg tablets should not be taken while breastfeeding due to the risk of serious harm to the infant.
Azathioprine 50mg tablets, being immunosuppressants, raise the risk of serious infections, low blood cell counts, and cancer. Report any infection or fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, black, tarry stools, or blood in your urine or stools to your doctor immediately. Also inform your doctor of any new skin sores or lumps, new skin marks, or changes in existing skin marks.
Azathron 50mg tablets lower blood cell production, increasing infection risk and potentially affecting the liver. Regular blood tests monitor these effects. Your doctor may order weekly blood tests (complete blood counts, including platelets) for the first eight weeks of treatment, decreasing to monthly or every three months thereafter.
Taking Azathron 50mg tablets may raise your risk of developing skin cancer, lymphoma, soft tissue sarcoma, and cervical cancer. Minimize sun exposure by wearing protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Report any unusual skin changes or lumps to your doctor promptly.
Cyclosporine and Azathioprine 50mg tablets can be taken together without interaction. Always follow your doctor's instructions for both medications.
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