Purinethol

Purinethol is recommended for treating leukemia. It is used to manage psoriatic arthritis, also pediatric non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and polycythemia vera. The medicine might be useful in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disorder.

It is a potent medicine. You should use it exactly as it is prescribed by the doctor. Unless the physician gives you other instructions, you are to drink much fluids so that to avoid dehydration. In case you vomit just after taking the dose of the drug, you should consult the doctor.

Mercaptopurine is a cancer-fighting medication (antineoplastics) and in specific to the antineoplastics group named antimetabolites. Mercaptopurine prevents cancer cells growth, and this leads to their destruction. Normally Mercaptopurine is taken for treating leukemia.

Administer the missed dosage as soon as possible. If it is time for the next one, you should omit the missed dosage and follow the regular schedule. You cannot double the dose.

Keep the drug at room temperature and in a place protected from moisture and sunlight.