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Purinethol (mercaptopurine) tablets, for oral use, is a medication prescribed as part of a combination chemotherapy maintenance regimen for treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in adults and pediatric patients.
Purinethol is available in 50 mg tablets for oral administration.
| Fact Table | |
| Formula | C5H4N4S |
| License | US FDA |
| Bioavailability | 5–37% (oral) |
| Legal status | Prescription only (Rx) |
| Chemical Name | 1,7-Dihydro-6H-purine-6-thione |
| Elimination half-life | 1–3 hours |
| Dosage (Strength) | 50 mg (oral tablet) |
| Pregnancy | Consult a doctor (Category D) |
| Brands | Purinethol, Mercaptopurine, 6-MP |
| Protein binding | 19% |
| PubChem CID | 667490 |
| MedlinePlus | a682653 |
| ChEBI | 50667 |
| ATC code | L01BB02 |
| DrugBank | DB01033 |
| KEGG | D08387 |
| Routes of administration | Oral |
Purinethol should be taken as prescribed.
Recommended starting dose: 1.5 mg/kg to 2.5 mg/kg by mouth once a day. Your doctor will determine an appropriate dosage and regimen for you.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist and carefully read the medication guide for further usage instructions.
Store in a dry area at 68°F-77°F (20°C-25°C).
Have questions or concerns? Do not hesitate to reach out to your doctor or pharmacist.
Mercaptopurine is the active ingredient in Purinethol.
Corn starch, pregelatinized, potato starch, lactose, magnesium stearate, and stearic acid are the inactive ingredients included.
There are no contraindications to Purinethol according to the most recent Prescribing Information; however, consult your doctor about whether Purinethol may be a treatment option for you.
Purinethol side effects may include but are not limited to low blood cell counts, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, general discomfort, and rash.
Immediately notify your doctor about persistent or bothersome side effects you experience during treatment with Purinethol.
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