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Doctor Decoded: What Are Immunosuppressants?
Learn about immunosuppressants, what health conditions they can treat, and their possible risks or side effects.
Written by Venus Sánchez | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on June 30, 2023Immunosuppressants are medicines that weaken (suppress) your immune system. In this video, learn what types of conditions immunosuppressants can treat and potential risks of them.
References
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. (2020). Immunosuppressive medication for the treatment of autoimmune disease.
National Kidney Foundation. (n.d.). What are immunosuppressants?
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