imuran

Thân thiện

A patient takes their daily dose of Imuran with a glass of water.

Definition

Noun: * An immunosuppressive drug used primarily to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ. It works by suppressing the activity of the immune system. The word "Imuran" is a trademark for the drug azathioprine.

Usage

• "Imuran" is used as a proper noun (a brand name) and is typically capitalized. It is most commonly used in medical contexts.
• It is often followed by the condition it treats or its purpose.
• Example:

Advanced Usage

• While "Imuran" specifically refers to the branded drug, in medical literature, its generic name "azathioprine" is frequently used interchangeably, especially in non-commercial contexts.
• It can be part of a combination drug therapy regimen.
  • Example: The immunosuppressive protocol included a combination of Imuran, prednisone, and cyclosporine.

Variants and Related Words

• Azathioprine (n): The generic, non-proprietary name for the drug sold under the brand name Imuran.
• Immunosuppressant (n): A general term for any drug that suppresses the immune system's activity. Imuran is a type of immunosuppressant.
• Antimetabolite (n): A classification for drugs that interfere with cell metabolism and growth; azathioprine/Imuran is an antimetabolite.

Synonyms

• Azathioprine
• Immunosuppressive agent (this is a broader category)

Notes on Meaning

• The core meaning of "Imuran" is fixed as the trademark for a specific pharmaceutical compound (azathioprine). It does not have multiple common meanings outside of this medical context.
• Its primary and only standard use is to refer to this immunosuppressive medication.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an immunosuppressive drug (trade name Imuran) used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ

Từ đồng nghĩa

• azathioprine
• Imuran