Imuran is used to help prevent rejection, not to treat it. It comes in one size, a 50-mg. tablet, which may be easily broken in half. The dose of Imuran can range from 25 mg. Doses are adjusted according to the white blood cell count measured from a blood sample. Imuran is usually taken once or twice each day.
Some people find it helpful to take their dose just before bedtime to avoid stomach discomfort.
Your transplant team may reduce or even temporarily discontinue Imuran when certain types of infections are being treated. This allows the body s natural disease fighters to attack the infection. Understanding the potential side effects of Imuran is an important part of your care after transplant. The side effects with Imuran are the same for adults and children, and most are dose-related and respond well to a lowered dose. Your transplant team will monitor you closely for complications, but you need to be aware of potential complications so you can alert your team early and be treated promptly.