Imuran

Imuran is the brand name of a drug and used as an immunosuppressant medicine. The function of imuran is to restrain the immune system of kidney patients, who previously have faced the situation of kidney transplant. It is also used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It works by slowing down the immune response of immune. The use of this medicine is very effective for the patients of severe rheumatoid arthritis. It is usually the last hope for the patients of rheumatoid arthritis, because if they do not respond to imuran, it is obvious that they will not respond to any other medication. Imuran is also used for the treatment of various infections where the immune system does not identify some kinds of usual healthy human body tissue, and strives to demolish the tissues. Imuran is also prescribed for the treatment of various other diseases, such as general lupus erythematosus, jaundice, and ulcerative colitis. The use of imuran actually becomes more effective in situations where the anti-inflammatory medicines fail to respond.

There are some facts and important information that you should know before using imuran. The use of imuran is not safe for the allergy patients and the people who are allergic to imuran and to other drugs. The use of this medicine will not work effectively if you use it after the expiry date. The use of imuran is dangerous for pregnant women and may harm an unborn baby. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, then it is not the ideal medicine for you to use for your disease.



The use of imuran is dangerous for a nursing baby, because it can pass through the breast milk and affect the baby. So if you are breastfeeding a baby, then you should not use imuran. The use of this medicine can affect the liver as well as the kidney patients. If you are suffering in any of the above described diseases or conditions, then it is important for you to first inform your doctor and then use imuran according to his/her instructions and prescription.

Imuran comes in tablets as well as in the injection form of 50 mg. You should strictly use imuran according to the directions of the doctor. Your doctor will prescribe you the right kind of amount of imuran, according to your physical condition, your weight and according to the situation of your disease. The usual recommend amount of imuran is generally 1mg to maximum of 6mg, and it is recommended depending on your body weight. The use of imuran can cause some side effects, such as shivering and faintness, fever, muscles and joints problems, stomach problems, hair loss and different other side effects.