Uploaded November 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Azathioprine (Imuran) is prescribed to help prevent rejection of a transplanted organ after surgery.

Guidelines for use:
Frequency is once a day, exact same time.
Never miss a dose, unless otherwise instructed.
Take with or without food.
May take before or after blood work.
Can be cut in half.

Please contact your transplant nurse coordinator with any questions you may have.

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