Azasan (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information, Side Effects, Use, and Dosage

Azasan (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Azasan (Oral)

Azasan (Oral) Medication Classification

AZATHIOPRINE (By mouth)

Azasan (Oral) Brandname

Imuran, Azasan

Azasan (Oral) is used for the Treatment

Azathioprine (ay-za-THYE-oh-preen) Keeps your body from rejecting its transplanted organ. Also treats rheumatoid arthritis and other problems.

When To Not Use Azasan (Oral)

Check with your doctor before using azathioprine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any medicines. Pregnant women should not receive azathioprine.

How Should You Use Azasan (Oral)

Tablet

Use this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.

Take your medicine after meals to decrease stomach upset.

If a dose is missed:

If you use one dose daily, skip the missed dose. Just use your one regular dose for the day. You should not use two doses at the same time.

If you use more than one dose daily, use the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next regular dose, use the 2 doses (missed dose and regular dose) together.

Check with your doctor if you miss more than one dose.

Proper Azasan (Oral) Storage

Store Azasan (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Azasan (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Azasan (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are using allopurinol or corticosteroids such as prednisone.

Talk to your doctor before receiving any vaccines.

Azasan (Oral) Warnings

Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver or kidney disease, shingles, an infection, or gout.

You may be more likely to get infections while using azathioprine. Tell your doctor if you have any symptoms of infection such as fever or chills