Azaprin 50 MG Tablet

Azaprin 50 MG Tablet acts as an immuno-suppressant drug, which is used to treat ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and in kidney transplants to prevent the rejection of a new kidney. Azaprin 50 MG Tablet is also an anti-metabolite. It works by lowering the body's immune system against the transplanted kidney. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary while taking this medication so It should be used under the supervision of a qualified physician. It can be administered by mouth or injected into a vein.

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in Azaprin 50 MG Tablet; if you are pregnant, 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.
• a 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.

Take this medication with food to reduce stomach upset. Dosage is as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily. The dosage is based on your weight, medical condition and response to treatment. If you increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed then you may increase the risk of it's side-effects.

• Kidney Transplantation

  Azaprin 50 MG Tablet is used in kidney transplant patients to prevent transplant rejection.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

  Azaprin 50 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis which is an inflammatory disease characerized by swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints.

• Allergy

  Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Azaprin 50 MG Tablet.

• Alkylating agents

  Not recommended in patients with rheumatoid arthritis previously treated with cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil.

• Fever With Chills

• Sore Throat

• Abdominal Pain

• Loss Of Appetite

• Muscle And Joint Pain

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Hair Loss Or Thinning Of The Hair

• 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Azaprin 50 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Azimune 50 MG Tablet

  Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

• Azithioprine 50 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Azofit 50 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Azoran 50 MG Tablet

  Rpg Life Sciences Ltd

• Imuran 50 MG Tablet

  Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  If you miss a dose of Azaprin 50 MG Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Overdose instructions

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• India

• United States

• Japan

This medication belongs to the class of 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.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Information not available.

• 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 Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Warfarin

  This medicine may decrease the effect of warfarin. Inform the doctor if you are receiving either of the medications.Seek immediate medical treatment if you have any symptoms of breathing problem, blurred vision, blood clots and swelling of limbs.

  Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors

  These medications may lower the WBC count and may increase the risk of infections. Usage of antihypertensive medications like enalapril, ramipril, captopril should be reported to the doctor. Seek immediate medical treatment if you have any symptoms of infection like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat.

  Live attenuated vaccines and related products

  You may be at the risk of developing infections if these medicines are taken together. Inform the doctor if you had received either of these medicines. Your doctor may postpone therapy based on the condition.