Imuran is the trade name, its generic name is azathioprine, low platelet can use azathioprine.
Azathioprine is suitable for the treatment of acute and chronic leukemia, the recent efficacy of patients with chronic granulocytic leukemia is better and fast acting, but the remission period is short. It can also be used in the treatment of primary immune thrombocytopenia, acquired hemolytic anemia and other diseases. For patients with severe platelet reduction, it can be used in combination with other drugs under the guidance of a doctor.
It should be noted that primary immune thrombocytopenia can be treated with azathioprine, but not as a first-line drug. Azathioprine is generally contraindicated if the thrombocytopenia is infection-related.
Adverse reactions to this drug include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. It is contraindicated in people who are allergic to azathioprine and its components, pregnant women, etc. It is used with caution in the elderly and patients with liver and kidney impairment, etc.
If the platelet is low, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time to find out the cause of the disease, under the guidance of the doctor to carry out regular treatment, avoid blindly self-medication, in order to avoid adverse reactions.