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6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

by Zydus Cadila
Mercaptopurine (50mg)

₹59₹53

10% off
6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

Introduction to 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s contains Mercaptopurine. It is used for blood cancer.

It decreases the number of red blood cells, which is produced by the body. Thereby prevents the cancer cells multiplying.

Safety Advice for 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with 6-MP 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

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6-MP 50mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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6-MP 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

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6-MP 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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6-MP 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of 6-MP 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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6-MP 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of 6-MP 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

How 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s works

6-MP 50mg Tablet 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.

How To Use 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

  • 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. 6-MP 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

  • In Blood cancer

Side Effects Of 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Intestinal ulcer
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Increased bilirubin in the blood

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FAQ's on 6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

Is 6MP a chemo drug?

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).

Is 6-MP safe?

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

Can 6mp make you tired?

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.

Does 6-MP affect fertility?

6-MP may cause loss of fertility.

When is the best time to take 6MP?

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.

Does mercaptopurine weaken the immune system?

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.

What is mercaptopurine 50 mg used for?

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.

Does mercaptopurine suppress your immune system?

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.

Is 6-MP a steroid?

No, 6-MP is not a steroid

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6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

by Zydus Cadila
Mercaptopurine (50mg)

₹59₹53

10% off
6 MP 50mg Tablet 10s

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