Question 1

Q. Does 6-MP affect fertility?

Accepted Answer

6-MP may cause loss of fertility.

Question 2

Q. Is 6-MP a steroid?

Accepted Answer

No, 6-MP is not a steroid

Question 3

What is mercaptopurine 50 mg used for?

Accepted Answer

6-mercaptopurine belongs to a group of medicines called cytotoxics (also called chemotherapy) and works by reducing the number of new blood cells your body makes. Mercaptopurine is used to treat cancer of the blood (leukaemia) in adults, adolescents and children.

Question 4

When is the best time to take 6MP?

Accepted Answer

How to Take Mercaptopurine. Mercaptopurine is taken by mouth (in the form of a tablet or a liquid), once a day. Ideally it should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication, but avoid milk products if possible.

Question 5

Can 6mp make you tired?

Accepted Answer

Possible Side Effects (More Common) This may raise your risk of infection, make you tired and weak (fatigue), and raise your risk of bleeding. Soreness of the mouth and throat may happen with high doses of this drug. You may have red areas, white patches, or sores that hurt.

Question 6

Does mercaptopurine suppress your immune system?

Accepted Answer

Azathioprine and mercaptopurine are immunosuppressants. The immune system is important for fighting infections, but sometimes cells in the immune system attack the bodys own tissues and trigger inflammation like that in Crohns and Colitis.

Question 7

Does mercaptopurine weaken the immune system?

Accepted Answer

Mercaptopurine can reduce the production of white and red blood cells. Your physician will likely want to conduct regular blood tests to ensure there is no damage to your bone marrow. You may also be tested for TPMT deficiency, which can affect your immune system.

Question 8

Is 6MP a chemo drug?

Accepted Answer

Drug type: Mercaptopurine is an anti-cancer ("antineoplastic" or "cytotoxic") chemotherapy drug. This medication is classified as an "antimetabolite." (For more detail, see "How this drug works" section below).

Question 9

Q. Is 6-MP safe?

Accepted Answer

6-MP is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

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