Additional information
| Active substance | Mercaptopurine |
|---|---|
| Acne | No |
| Water Retention | No |
| HBR | No |
| Hepatotoxicity | No |
| Aromatization | No |
| Lab Test | Blood counts and liver function tests are recommended regularly |
| Also known as | 6-MP |
| WAREHOUSE | International Warehouse 2 |
| Blood pressure | No direct effects on blood pressure |
| Trade name | Purinethol, 6-MP |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture |
| Chemical name | 6-Mercaptopurine |
| Formula | C5H4N4S |
| Substance class | Antimetabolite, Purine analog |
| Main action | Inhibits DNA synthesis, used as an immunosuppressant and antineoplastic |
| Half-life | 1.5 to 2.5 hours |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 1.5 to 2.5 mg/kg/day for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), dose adjustments based on individual response and tolerance |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Effects | Helps to treat leukemia by interfering with DNA replication and cell division |
| Side effects | Bone marrow suppression, liver toxicity, gastrointestinal upset, increased risk of infections |
| Use in sports | None, not used as a performance-enhancing drug |
| Manufacturer | GSK |
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