Immunosuppressive Drugs

Immunosuppressive drugs are medications that reduce the strength of the body’s immune system. They are commonly used to prevent the body from rejecting transplanted organs, treat autoimmune diseases (where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells), and manage inflammatory conditions. By dampening the immune response, these drugs help in controlling excessive immune activity but also increase the risk of infections. Patients using these drugs must be monitored closely to balance effective treatment with the potential side effects.