An immunosuppressive agent used in combination with cyclophosphamide and hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), this substance has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck Index, 11th ed)

DUI

D001379 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0002065

CAS

1H-Purine, 6-((1-methyl-4-nitro-1H-imidazol-5-yl)thio)-

History note

66(64)

Public note

66