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Side effect(s) of Mercaptopurine

Read the side effects of Mercaptopurine as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult 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.
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Trade Names for Mercaptopurine

International : 

Purinethol
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