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Prescription, Pharmacy & Cancer Drugs » Prescription Drugs 1 » 6 MP Purinethol This medication is used with other drugs to treat a certain type of cancer (acute lymphocytic leukemia). Mercaptopurine belongs to a class of drugs known as purine antagonists. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.This drug may also be used to treat Crohn's disease ulcerative colitis and lymphoblastic lymphoma.How to use Mercaptopurine OralTake this medication by mouth with or without food with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Doing so may help decrease the risk of side effects (e.g. kidney stones).The dosage is based on your body weight medical condition and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.Since this drug may be absorbed through the skin and lungs women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the tablets. Properly discard any unused medication. Ask your pharmacist for details.Mercaptopurine Oral is used to treat the following:Type of Leukemia - Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia Type of Leukemia - Acute Myeloid Leukemia Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia Acute Myelomonocytic LeukemiaMercaptopurine Oral may also be used to treat:Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Increased Red Blood Cells Inflammatory Bowel Disease Psoriasis associated with Arthritis. Buy 6 MP Purinethol and other Prescription Drugs 1 products online at Medstore. 719
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