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Would imuran (azathioprine) for crohn's disease be a good idea?
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Generally Yes: Azathioprine (imuran) is generally effective at treating crohn's, keeping people off steroids, and preventing flares. It requires monitoring. It's generally considered first line treatment.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Is it a problem if i get pregnant while my husband is taking medicine like imuran (azathioprine) everyday? will my baby be healthy n normal? as my husband has Crohn's
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I have Crohn's and have taken imuran (azathioprine) for a decade. I have lost 12 lbs in 2-3 months (unintentional), a weeklong headache, nausea after eating, and early fullness. Should i be worried?
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Diagnosed Crohn's ,, last colonoscopy was perfect.Blood test ok, Why i have joint inflammation in the two thumbs then? Is it because of imuran (azathioprine)?
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I have crohn s i ve been getting very dizzy with head rushes without moving i m on prednisone imuran asacol (mesalamine) should I see a doctor ?
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