Review the side-effects of Mercaptopurine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Serious Effects - Bone marrow depression and liver damage.
Genitourinary - Abnormally elevated blood level of uric acid.
Gastrointestinal - Intestinal ulceration, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
Miscellaneous - Hair loss and decrease in sperm count.
Purinethol.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Serious Effects - Bone marrow depression and liver damage.
Genitourinary - Abnormally elevated blood level of uric acid.
Gastrointestinal - Intestinal ulceration, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
Miscellaneous - Hair loss and decrease in sperm count.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Mercaptopurine
Mercaptopurine(Purinethol) generic is an antimetabolite, prescribed for acute lymphatic leukemia either alone or with other medications. It works by stopping the growth of cancer cells.Trade Names for Mercaptopurine
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Purinethol.
