MERCAPTOPURINE, (PURINETHOL) works for treating a certain type of cancer (acute lymphocytic leukemia). MERCAPTOPURINE is a doctor prescription (MERCAPTOPURINE) medicine.

GLAXOSMITHKLINE Pharma Ltd. in Bangladesh mfg PURINETHOL. 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. PURINETHOL tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Suggestion:

Genuine medicine is important for treatment. So, always try to source genuine medicines from authentic sources and check the quality of medicines.

Side effects:

The most common side effects of MERCAPTOPURINE are:

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: joint pain/swelling, black stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine, pain in the lower back/side).

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times on the days your doctor directs.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not listed above.