Immunosuppressive agents in current use.
The use of immunosuppressants has increased as clinical applications for such therapy have become more widespread. Immunosuppressive therapy is now particularly relevant in the field of organ transplantation, a practice that has only developed over the last 20 years. Drugs used as immunosuppressants are discussed in relation to disease category, where they are of value, mode of action, and potential side effects. Future prospects concerning the development and use of immunosuppressants are considered.
Royal Marsden Hospital, Sutton.
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JG
Treleaven
A J
AJ
Barrett
D006801:Humans; D007165:Immunosuppression Therapy / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends*; D007166:Immunosuppressive Agents / Q000145:classification / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D014181:Transplantation Immunology
D007166:Immunosuppressive Agents