Brand Name(s)
Azasan®, Imuran®
Drug Class
Immunomodulators
How taken
Oral, not given by intravenous (IV) for IBD
Used for
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
Recommendations for Pregnancy
Can cause fetal harm
Recommendations for Lactation
Use of Azasan® in nursing mothers not recommended
Medication indication
Talk to your doctor about the potential risks and side effects for use of these medications in Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
Indicated for pediatric use
No
NOTE: This medication may be recommended for pediatric use. Be sure to talk to your doctor about potential risks and side effects.
Most common side effects
Common side effects may include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, malaise, canker sores, rash, fever, pain in joints.
Other
Periodic blood work is necessary when taking Imuran® to monitor the liver and blood counts. Infections, including lymphoma and pancreatitis, have been rarely reported.
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