SANDIMMUNE
\sˈandɪmjˌuːn], \sˈandɪmjˌuːn], \s_ˈa_n_d_ɪ_m_j_ˌuː_n]\
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A cyclic undecapeptide from an extract of soil fungi. It is a powerful immunosupressant with a specific action on T-lymphocytes. It is used for the prophylaxis of graft rejection in organ and tissue transplantation. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed).
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