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What is the concern regarding Azathioprine as mentioned in the text?
What is the concern regarding Azathioprine as mentioned in the text?
What is Azathioprine metabolized into before turning into active metabolites?
What is Azathioprine metabolized into before turning into active metabolites?
What is the potential risk associated with gene mutations that diminish TPMT activity?
What is the potential risk associated with gene mutations that diminish TPMT activity?
What aspect should be considered when deciding to use Azathioprine in lactating mothers?
What aspect should be considered when deciding to use Azathioprine in lactating mothers?
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What did the BNF Mar21 mention about Azathioprine in breast milk?
What did the BNF Mar21 mention about Azathioprine in breast milk?
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Which enzyme's genotype in the mother can influence the activity of Azathioprine?
Which enzyme's genotype in the mother can influence the activity of Azathioprine?
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What was studied in relation to 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) levels as per the text?
What was studied in relation to 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) levels as per the text?
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Why are gene mutations affecting TPMT activity a concern?
Why are gene mutations affecting TPMT activity a concern?
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What was Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics focused on regarding Azathioprine?
What was Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics focused on regarding Azathioprine?
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