Mercapthol
Composition for Mercapthol Products
Mercapthol Products are primarily used for
Blood cancerSubstitute brands for Mercapthol
About Mercapthol Products
Mercapthol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Mercapthol are Nausea, Vomiting, Rash, Diarrhea, Myelosuppression, General discomfort, Increased liver enzymes.
How Mercapthol Products work
Mercaptopurine interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
In Depth Information for Mercapthol Products
- Mercapthol is used for the treatment of cancer of the blood.
- Take it with or without food.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests done to monitor your blood cells, kidney and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.