Azoran 50 MG Tablet
About Azoran 50 MG Tablet
Azoran tablet acts as an immunosuppressant drug which is used to treat ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, crohn's disease. This medication is also an anti-metabolite which works by lowering the body's immune system against the transplanted kidney. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary while taking this medication.
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medication or if you have used alkylating agents in the past, or you are currently taking febuxostat or mercaptopurine. Inform your doctor if you have the following medical conditions to make sure this medicine will be safe for you :
- Kidney or liver disorders
- Bowel problems
- A history of frequent, recurrent, or prolonged infection
- Scheduled to receive a vaccination or immunisation shortly.
- History of cancer, anaemia, bone marrow problems, unusual bruising or bleeding, or low white blood cell or platelet levels.
- any enzyme deficiencies or recent blood transfusions.
What are the uses of Azoran 50 MG Tablet
Kidney Transplantation
What are the contraindications of Azoran 50 MG Tablet ?
Alkylating agents
What are the side effects of Azoran 50 MG Tablet ?
Fever With Chills
Loss Of Appetite
Muscle And Joint Pain
Nausea Or Vomiting
Hair Loss Or Thinning Of The Hair
Key highlights of Azoran 50 MG Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The duration of action of this medicine is not clinically established.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 2 hours.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
What are the substitutes for Azoran 50 MG Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Azoran 50 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Azathioprine 50 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Azithioprine 50 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Azofit 50 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Imuran 50 MG Tablet
Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Zymurine 50 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
How does this medication work?
This medication is an immunosuppressant drug. It works by lowering the production and expansion of T and B lymphocytes in the white blood cells which defends your body against foreign particles and infections.
What are the interactions of Azoran 50 MG Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Medicine
This medication interacts with Warfarin, Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and Live attenuated vaccines and related products.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
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