immunosuppressant

German: Immunsuppressivum
Japanese: 免疫抑制剤

Pharmacology. A substance that suppresses the immune response. Examples are corticosteroids, cyclosporin, cytotoxic agents (antimetabolits and alkylating agents). Immunsuppressants are used to prevent rejection of transplanted organs and to treat autoimmune diseases.

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