Azathioprine– USP/BP/PH.EUR

CAS No: 446-86-6  |  IUPAC: 6-(1-Methyl-4-nitroimidazol-5-yl) thiopurine  |  Therapeutic Use: Immunosuppressant  |  Mol.formula: C9H7N7O2S  |  Mol.Weight: 277.26 g/mol  |  HSN CODE: 30049099

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Azathioprine– USP/BP/PH.EUR

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Azathioprine is used to prevent rejection of a transplanted kidney. It belongs to the group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. Azathioprine will lower the body’s natural immunity in patients who receive transplants to prevent rejection of the new kidney. It is also used to relieve joint pain and swelling for patients with active rheumatoid arthritis.