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Definition of Azathioprine

1. Noun. An immunosuppressive drug (trade name Imuran) used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ.

Definition of Azathioprine

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Medical Definition of Azathioprine

1. An immunosuppressive agent used in combination with cyclophosphamide and hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. According to the fourth annual report on carcinogens (ntp 85-002, 1985), this substance has been listed as a known carcinogen. (merck index, 11th ed) Pharmacological action: antimetabolites, antimetabolites, antineoplastic, antirheumatic agents, carcinogens, immunosuppressive agents. Chemical name: 6-((1-methyl-4-nitro-1h-imidazol-5-yl)thio)-1h-purine. (12 Dec 1998)

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