Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Purinethol Tablet
Purinethol Tablet
| Generic name | mercaptopurine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antineoplastics, Antimetabolite, Immunomodulators |
| Forms | Tablet (50 mg), Oral suspension (liquid) |
Purinethol is a prescription cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of cancer cells, slowing their growth and spread in the body. It belongs to a group of medicines called cytotoxics.
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