azathioprine has been researched along with Impetigo in 2 studies
Azathioprine: An immunosuppressive agent used in combination with cyclophosphamide and hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), this substance has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck Index, 11th ed)
azathioprine : A thiopurine that is 6-mercaptopurine in which the mercapto hydrogen is replaced by a 1-methyl-4-nitroimidazol-5-yl group. It is a prodrug for mercaptopurine and is used as an immunosuppressant, prescribed for the treatment of inflammatory conditions and after organ transplantation and also for treatment of Crohn's didease and MS.
Impetigo: A common superficial bacterial infection caused by STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS or group A beta-hemolytic streptococci. Characteristics include pustular lesions that rupture and discharge a thin, amber-colored fluid that dries and forms a crust. This condition is commonly located on the face, especially about the mouth and nose.
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 2 (100.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 0 (0.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 0 (0.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Schulze, P | 1 |
| Chorzelski, TP | 1 |
| Maciejowski, E | 1 |
| Jablonska, S | 1 |
| DeMento, FJ | 1 |
| Grover, RW | 1 |
| Holubar, K | 1 |
| Beutner, EH | 1 |
1 review available for azathioprine and Impetigo
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
[Indications and limits of long-term therapy with immunosuppressive (and cytostatic) agents in various chronic skin diseases].
Topics: Arthritis, Reactive; Azathioprine; Chronic Disease; Cyclophosphamide; Dermatomyositis; Humans; Immun | 1977 |
1 other study available for azathioprine and Impetigo
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Coexistence of pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid.
Topics: Aged; Azathioprine; Biopsy; Diagnosis, Differential; Female; Fluorescent Antibody Technique; Humans; | 1974 |