Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3848585 | American Journal of Kidney Diseases | 2013 | 14 Pages |
Abstract
MMF is as effective as cyclophosphamide in achieving remission in lupus nephritis, but is safer, with a lower risk of ovarian failure. MMF is more effective than azathioprine in maintenance therapy for preventing relapse, with no difference in clinically important side effects.
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Authors
Lorna K. MBChB, PhD, Philip MBChB, Jonathan C. MBBS, PhD, Matthew A. MBBS, Robert S. MBBS, Giovanni F.M. MD, PhD, Angela C. MBChB, PhD,