Imuran 50Mg Tablet

Q) How does Imuran 50Mg Tablet help? A) Imuran 50Mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as immunosuppressants. Imuran 50Mg Tablet works by weakening bodys immune system, thereby helps in accepting the growth of new organs and avoids rejection. Imuran 50Mg Tablet is also used in the treatment of severe rheumatoid arthritis, severe inflammation of the gut, severe inflammatory diseases of the skin, liver, arteries and some blood disorders.
Q) Which medications I should not take along with Imuran 50Mg Tablet? A) Some medicines may reduce the effect of Imuran 50Mg Tablet or interact with Imuran 50Mg Tablet or cause serious side-effects when given at same time such as allopurinol, oxipurinol or thiopurinol, infliximab, olsalazine, mesalazine or sulfasalazine, warfarin, furosemide, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, indometacin and vaccines. So, always inform and check with your doctor before taking Imuran 50Mg Tablet with other medications.
Q) How does Imuran 50Mg Tablet affects skin? A) Imuran 50Mg Tablet may increase the risk of developing skin cancer. This is because Imuran 50Mg Tablet is known to suppress the immune system for accepting a new organ, so in this process there will be some serious side-effects and chances of getting some diseases. So, you are advised to limit your time in the sun. You can protect your skin by using sunscreen and by wearing protective clothing while going outdoors. Always, check with your doctor if you find anything wrong or new on the skin while on treatment with Imuran 50Mg Tablet. 
Q) Can I use intrauterine contraceptive devices while on Imuran 50Mg Tablet? A) Imuran 50Mg Tablet has been reported to interfere with the effectiveness of intrauterine contraceptive devices. You are advised to use additional contraceptives measures along with intrauterine contraceptive devices while on Imuran 50Mg Tablet medication.
Q) Can I take Imuran 50Mg Tablet if I am going to have a surgery? A) You are advised to inform your doctor/anaesthesiologist prior to the surgery that you are taking Imuran 50Mg Tablet. This is because sometimes doctor/anaesthesiologist may give you certain medications such as Curare, d-tubocurarine, pancuronium or succinylcholine during operation.
Q) Can I stop Imuran 50Mg Tablet on my own? A) No, you are advised to take Imuran 50Mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor/pharmacist. Do not stop Imuran 50Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises. Stopping Imuran 50Mg Tablet suddenly can make your condition worse. You are advised to report your doctor if your condition does not improve within three to six months of treatment with Imuran 50Mg Tablet. Your doctor may stop Imuran 50Mg Tablet gradually by reducing the dose.