Azathioprine
Synonyms
1H-Purine, 6-((1-methyl-4-nitro-1H-imidazol-5-yl)thio)-
Azathioprine Sodium
Azathioprine Sodium Salt
Azathioprine Sulfate
Azothioprine
Immuran
Imuran
Imurel
Sodium, Azathioprine
An immunosuppressive agent used in combination with cyclophosphamide and hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), this substance has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck Index, 11th ed)