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cytotoxic immunosuppressants

Drugs used to modify the action of the immune system so as to help to treat autoimmune diseases and to prevent rejection of transplanted organs. An example is azathioprine (Imuran).

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References in periodicals archive

(8) Although the treatment of suspected AISNHL has not been well defined, steroids and cytotoxic immunosuppressants have been advocated most often.

Autoimmune inner ear disease: Steroid and cytotoxic drug therapy. (Original Article)

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