Dermatology

Research from University of Louisville yields new data on dermatology

Published in Pharma Investments, Ventures and Law Weekly, January 13th, 2008

According to a study from the United States, "Azathioprine, a prodrug of 6-mercaptopurine, was developed over four decades ago. Since its development, azathioprine has been shown to have antileukemic, anti-inflammatory, and immunosuppressive properties."

"Hence, the reason azathioprine is used in multiple medical specialties. In the dermatology field, it is used as an immunosuppressant and corticosteroid-sparing agent for the treatment of several cutaneous diseases," wrote M. Wise and colleagues, University of Louisville.

The researchers concluded: "In this article, the present authors review the following aspects relating to azathioprine: history,...

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Source: Pharma Investments, Ventures and Law Weekly (2008-01-13)

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