Azathioprine: What it is, How to take it, Dosage

It is used in the treatment of various diseases, alone or in combination with other active ingredients (other immunosuppressants, corticosteroids, etc.). In order to carry out its action, azathioprine must be taken orally. The medicines that contain it are formulated in the form of tablets; each of them contains 50 mg of active ingredient. To be dispensed, these medicines require a prescription. non-repeatable medical (RNR); however, being classified as class A drugs, their cost can be reimbursed by the National Health System (SSN), although a small ticket may be required by the patient.