Imuran (Azathioprine)

Imuran, or azathioprine, is a medication that suppresses the immune system. It's primarily used to treat conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body, such as autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and some types of inflammatory bowel disease. By reducing immune activity, it helps manage inflammation and prevents organ rejection in transplant patients. While effective, Imuran can lower the body's ability to fight infections and may have side effects, so regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is important during treatment.