Imuran - Azathioprine Autoimmune Pet Medications

Azathioprine, which is also known and sometimes sold by the brand name Imuran, is a prescription medication similar to some anti-cancer chemotherapy agents. It is sometimes prescribed to help suppress the immune system in problem autoimmune conditions in pets. Understanding Autoimmune Disease in Pets: The immune system is a vital part of ours and our pet's body function. The immune system is our defense network and is designed to help prevent disease and infection by attacking harmful "foreign" bodies such as viruses that invade the body. However, in the case of autoimmune disease, the immune system can malfunction and lose it's ability to distinguish between foreign and non-foreign tissues, consequently attacking the body's own healthy vital tissues, resulting a variety of possible serious medical conditions that can affect the red blood cells, kidneys, lungs, thyroid and more. The cause of autoimmune disease in pets, dogs, cats and horses, is somewhat still a mystery, possible causes can include genetic or environmental factors such as stress or nutritional deficiencies. Online Discount Sources For Azathioprine:   National Pet Pharmacy     Drs. Foster Smith     Petscriptions