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Azacitidine, a medication used primarily for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome, may have an impact on graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) due to its effects on the immune system. However, the information available does not provide a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between azacitidine and GVHD.

Azacitidine is a type of drug known as a hypomethylating agent, which can help to restore normal function to cells in the bone marrow [1]. By doing so, azacitidine can enhance the immune system's ability to fight off abnormal cells [1].

In the context of GVHD, which occurs when transplanted cells attack the recipient's tissue, azacitidine's impact on the immune system could potentially influence the development or progression of GVHD. However, the specific effects of azacitidine on GVHD have not been extensively researched or documented.

One study published in the journal "Blood" in 2013 examined the use of azacitidine in patients who had undergone allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, a procedure that can lead to GVHD [2]. The study found that azacitidine was well-tolerated and effective in managing relapsed or refractory disease, but it did not specifically address the drug's impact on GVHD [2].

In summary, while azacitidine has the potential to affect the immune system and thereby influence GVHD, there is limited information available on this relationship. Further research is needed to fully understand the impact of azacitidine on GVHD.

Sources:
[1] "Azacitidine" (DrugPatentWatch.com)
[2] "Azacitidine for treatment of relapsed or refractory disease after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation" (Blood)