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azathioprine

 

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Noun azathioprine has 1 sense
  1. azathioprine, Imuran - an immunosuppressive drug (trade name Imuran) used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ
    --1 is a kind of medicine, medication, medicament, medicinal drug

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Azathioprine

Definition: Azathioprine is a medication used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants and treat certain autoimmune diseases.

Part of Speech: noun

Sense 1: a drug used to suppress the immune system and prevent transplant rejection

Example sentence: The patient was prescribed azathioprine after receiving a kidney transplant.

Sense 2: a medication used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease

Example sentence: Azathioprine is commonly prescribed for patients with autoimmune conditions as it helps reduce inflammation.

Sense 3: a synthetic drug that acts as an immunosuppressant

Example sentence: The doctor suggested starting azathioprine to help manage the symptoms of the patient's autoimmune disorder.

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