Imuran — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Azathioprine
Drug Class: Immunosuppressant
Immunosuppressive medication used to prevent organ rejection and treat autoimmune conditions by suppressing immune system activity.
Nutrients That Imuran May Deplete
Long-term use of Imuran is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Folate
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin D
- Zinc
Common Side Effects of Imuran
- Bone marrow suppression
- Increased infection risk
- Nausea and vomiting
- Liver toxicity
- Hair loss
- Increased cancer risk (long-term)
Key Drug Interactions — Imuran
Imuran has 5 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Allopurinol (major interaction - requires dose adjustment)
- ACE inhibitors
- Ribavirin
- Warfarin
- Live vaccines
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Imuran deplete nutrients?
Yes. Imuran has been associated with depletion of Folate, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D, Zinc based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Imuran deplete?
Imuran is associated with lower levels of: Folate, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D, Zinc. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Imuran?
Common side effects associated with Imuran include: Bone marrow suppression; Increased infection risk; Nausea and vomiting; Liver toxicity; Hair loss.
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