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GlossaryAzathioprine (Imuran)

immunosuppressive drug used to treat autoimmune diseases and alopecia

Azathioprine, also known by brand names such as Imuran, is an immunosuppressive medication commonly used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients and to treat autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of alopecia. It works by inhibiting the proliferation of immune cells, thereby reducing the immune system's activity and preventing it from attacking the body's own tissues.

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research Flares of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus During Pregnancy and the Puerperium: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management

87 citations, July 2012 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology”

Pregnancy can increase lupus activity, but careful planning and treatment can improve outcomes.

research Immunosuppressive Treatment for Proliferative Lupus Nephritis

86 citations, June 2018 in “Cochrane library”

Mycophenolate mofetil may improve lupus nephritis remission more than cyclophosphamide but with uncertain safety.

research Clinical Presentation and Management Outcome of Childhood-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Baghdad

13 citations, May 2014 in “PubMed”

Most children with childhood-onset lupus in Baghdad responded well to treatment, but some developed chronic kidney disease or died.

Utility of Azathioprine, Methotrexate, and Cyclosporine as Steroid-Sparing Agents in Chronic Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study of Continuation Rates in 138 Patients

research Utility of Azathioprine, Methotrexate, and Cyclosporine as Steroid-Sparing Agents in Chronic Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study of Continuation Rates in 138 Patients

12 citations, August 2020 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Azathioprine is the most continued treatment for chronic alopecia areata over a year, often with added low-dose prednisolone.

research A Critical Review on Obstetric Follow-Up of Women Affected by Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

12 citations, April 2018 in “Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia”

Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus should have closely monitored pregnancies and avoid certain medications to improve their pregnancy outcomes.

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A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride (1.2mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) daily for 3.5 months, along with vitamin D, fish oil, iron, and biotin, and reports significant hair growth without side effects. The user plans to continue the treatment and is considering cutting hair to assess progress more accurately.