The phrase
"immunosuppressive properties" refers to the ability of a substance or treatment to weaken or suppress the immune system's natural response.
Full definition
While heme oxygenase - 1 (HO - 1) inducers are clinically approved drugs for non-immune-related diseases, they do have
immunosuppressive properties when administered systemically in rodents.
Glucocorticoids («steroids») have been used to prolong survival times in dogs with liver disease due to their anti-inflammatory and
immunosuppressive properties, although their use and appropriate dosage protocols are somewhat controversial.
Second, they are powerful, with excellent anti-inflammatory and
immunosuppressive properties.
The type of lesion produced and the course of infection within the CNS depends on the age and immunocompetence of the host, as well as the neurotropic and
immunosuppressive properties of the virus.
(Reference: Li SY, Ling LH, Teh BS, et al. «Anti-inflammatory and
immunosuppressive properties of the bis - benzylisoquinolines: in vitro comparisons of tetrandrine and berbamine.»