Immunosuppression: The Psychology of Immune Regulation
Cyclosporine (Cyclosporin) is an immunosuppressive drug used to treat a variety of conditions, including autoimmune diseases, transplant rejection, and inflammatory diseases. It was first approved for use in the United States in 1983, and has been widely used since then. In this article, we will discuss the mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, clinical uses, side effects, […]
SANDIMMUNE
An Introduction to Sandimmune and Its Pharmacological Evolution Sandimmune, a brand name for the generic drug cyclosporine, stands as a cornerstone in the field of modern immunopharmacology. Originally discovered in the 1970s as a metabolite produced by the soil fungus Tolypocladium inflatum, this potent immunosuppressant revolutionized the success rates of solid organ transplantations. Before its […]
AZATHIOPRINE
Introduction and Definition Azathioprine, often referred to by its key trade name, Imuran, is a potent pharmaceutical agent classified as an immunosuppressive drug. Developed initially as a chemical derivative of the cytotoxic agent 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP), azathioprine is a pro-drug that plays a critical role in managing conditions characterized by excessive or misdirected immune activity. The […]