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Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet is a product of Serum Institute Of India Ltd
Composition: Mercaptopurine (50mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet

Description:

Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of blood cancer. It works by decreasing the number of red blood cells that are produced by the body. Thereby preventing the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, or you can have it one hour before or two hours after the meal. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits, but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.


The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, rash, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby increasing your susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells, along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels. You have to avoid driving or attention-seeking activities if you experience dizziness while taking this medicine.


Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your doctor know about all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Mercaptopurin

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Intestinal ulcer
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Increased bilirubin in the blood
  • Low blood platelets
  • Increased transaminase level in blood
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

FAQs:

What is Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet used for?

Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat a blood cancer called acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It helps stop the growth of cancer cells and is often used during the maintenance phase of treatment.

What are the serious side effects of Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet?

Earnest side effects of Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet include low blood counts (increasing risk of infection, bleeding, or anemia), liver damage (jaundice, stomach pain), new types of cancer (like lymphoma), and severe infections. Contact your doctor if you notice signs like yellowing of the skin or eyes, bruising easily, or fever.

Can Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet cause birth defects?

Affirmative, Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet can harm an unborn baby. Women who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant should avoid this medication. Employ effective birth control during the treatment and for a few months (6 months for women, 3 months for men) after the treatment.

What tests might be needed before taking Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet?

Your doctor may test for certain gene (TPMT or NUDT15) deficiencies, which affect how your body breaks down Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet. If you have a deficiency, you may need a lower dose to avoid serious side effects like low blood cell counts.

Can Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet cause new cancers?

In rare cases, yes. Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet can increase the risk of secondary cancers such as lymphoma, especially when used with other immune-suppressing medications.

Does Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet cause hair loss?

Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet may cause hair loss or thinning. However, this side effect is not so common but is possible depending upon the condition, its severity, dose, and duration. Higher doses and/or longer duration may increase the chance of hair loss.

How long does Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet take to show results?

The exact time Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet takes to show results is not known. However, you may start experiencing some improvement in your symptoms in a few months or with regular prescribed usage.

Does Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet affect my liver?

Liver toxicity is a common side effect of Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet. Your doctor may frequently perform liver function tests during Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet treatment and may modify the Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet dose based on the liver enzyme levels.

Why am I not feeling hungry after taking Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet?

Loss of appetite is a common side effect of Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet treatment. Inform your doctor if it becomes severe or if you notice any weight loss.

How to store Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet?

You should store Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet below room temperature. Retain Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet in a child-resistant container away from light and moisture. Increaseitionally, Mercaptopurin 50mg Tablet is a toxic medicine and special handling procedures should be followed as mentioned in the package label/insert.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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