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Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Azathioprine
- Manufactured by : Al-Habib Pharmaceuticals
- Drug Strength : 50 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10x10s
- Product SKU : pg_2147_2828
Azafrine tablet contains Azathioprine | belongs to Cytotoxic immunosuppressant
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How it works
Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s works by weakening the immune system to help your body accept the new kidney as if it were your own (in the case of an organ transplant) or to prevent further damage to your joints (in the case of rheumatoid arthritis).
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s
- Fever with chills severe
- Sore throat severe
- Abdominal pain severe
- Loss of appetite severe
- Muscle and joint pain severe
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Hair loss or thinning of the hair rare
Uses of Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Kidney Transplantation
Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s is used in kidney transplant patients to prevent transplant rejection.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis which is an inflammatory disease characerized by swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s .
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Alkylating agents
Not recommended in patients with rheumatoid arthritis previously treated with cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil.
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Malignancy
This medicine may increase the risk of lymphoma and other malignancies. Doctors should inform patients about these risks and advise the patient to prevent exposure of the sunlight by wearing protective clothes.
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Blood cell count
This medicine may lower the blood cell count and may lead to a condition severe bone marrow suppression. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. Any signs of decreased WBC and platelets should be informed to the doctor.
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Serious infections
The chances of occurring infections are more in the patients receiving this medicine. Hold the treatment and start with the broad-spectrum antibiotics if there are any signs and symptoms of fever. Close monitoring of the body temperature and the blood cell count is necessary.
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Liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended in the patients with the liver impairment. The concentration of this medicine may increase in these patients. The baseline of the liver function tests should be obtained before starting the treatment.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s , 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.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Warfarin moderate
- Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors moderate
- Live attenuated vaccines and related products severe
General Instructions
Take Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- To be taken after food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Azathioprine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-13771/azathioprine-oral/details [cited 14/7/2020].
what are the adverse effects of Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s?
Myelosuppression, hepatotoxicity, Gl distress, rashes.
What happens if I miss a dose of Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s?
Adults: Transplantation: initially 5 mg/kg, then 1-4 mg/kg daily in divided doses for 3 mth.
Chronic active hepatitis: 1-1.5 mg/kg daily.
Other indications: 2-2.5 mg/kg daily. Children: Same as adults.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Azafrine tablet 50 mg 10×10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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