Immunomodulator

Immunomodulator

Immunomodulators (pronounced as im-yuh-noh-MOD-yuh-lay-tor) are a type of drug or substance that can modify or regulate the functioning of the immune system.

Etymology

The term "Immunomodulator" is derived from the Latin words 'immunis' meaning exempt, and 'modulator' meaning one that regulates.

Definition

Immunomodulators are substances (either natural or synthetic) that help to regulate or normalize the immune system. They can either enhance (immunostimulants) or reduce (immunosuppressants) the body's immune response.

Types of Immunomodulators

There are two main types of immunomodulators:

• Immunostimulants: These are substances that stimulate the immune system, increasing its ability to fight off infections and diseases.

• Immunosuppressants: These are substances that suppress the immune system, reducing its ability to fight off infections and diseases. They are often used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases and in organ transplantation to prevent rejection.

Uses

Immunomodulators are used in a variety of medical conditions including:

• Autoimmune diseases
• Cancer
• Infectious diseases
• Organ transplantation

Related Terms

• Immunotherapy
• Immunosuppression
• Immunostimulation

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Immunomodulator
• Wikipedia's article - Immunomodulator

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