azathioprine has been researched along with Xerophthalmia 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.
Xerophthalmia: Dryness of the eye surfaces caused by deficiency of tears or conjunctival secretions. It may be associated with vitamin A deficiency, trauma, or any condition in which the eyelids do not close completely.
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 0 (0.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 1 (50.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 1 (50.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Lard, LR | 1 |
| Huizinga, TW | 1 |
| Vivino, FB | 1 |
| Minerva, P | 1 |
| Huang, CH | 1 |
| Orlin, SE | 1 |
2 other studies available for azathioprine and Xerophthalmia
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Just another case of Sjogren's syndrome?
Topics: Azathioprine; Delayed Diagnosis; Diagnostic Errors; Female; Humans; Immunosuppressive Agents; Middle | 2010 |
Corneal melt as the initial presentation of primary Sjögren's syndrome.
Topics: Aged; Anti-Inflammatory Agents; Azathioprine; Corneal Stroma; Corneal Transplantation; Corneal Ulcer | 2001 |