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- Inhibit B lymphocytes
- Usually, 2,0 -2,5mg / kg / day is administered in one or two doses
- In advance mAcknowledgment of genetic disposition for intolerance to Imurel is available (TPMT measurement)
- Therapeutic range for 6-TGN (Therapeutic range 3,5-5,0) and meMP (<50 micromol / l), please see anx.no (6tgn)
- High value for 6-TGN and low for 6-MMT (<5) may indicate genetic TPMT gene variant. Consider lower dose or other treatment.
- Some people respond quickly to azathioprine with "drug fever" or DRESS syndrome, Leukopenia or liver enzyme increase and must terminate treatment.
- Leukocytopenia (low number of neutrophil leukocytes) occurs at high doses and may be difficult to distinguish from SLE activity (which may also cause leukocytopenia)
- Allopurinol / Zyloric (against uric acid) increases Imurel effect and side effects
- Can be used during pregnancy.
- Dosage that exceeds 100mg / day should be avoided by breastfeeding because the drug passes into breast milk even if harm is not detected
- Protection against strong sun is recommended because the medication can contribute to increased risk of skin cancer
Patient information
Recommendations
Norwegian Rheumatological Association
Medications, BINDEVEVSSYKDOMMER.no
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