| Category of Drug | 6-Mercaptopurine is Immunosuppressives Drug |
| Mechanism of Action | |
| Indications | 6-Mercaptopurine is used for 1. Acute leukaemias 2. Chronic granulocytic leukaemia 3. Choriocarcinoma |
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| Available dosage forms | 1. INJECTION 2. TABLET |
| Dose | |
| Contraindications | 1. Hypersensitivity 2. Pregnancy 3. Lactation |
| Precautions | 1. Monitor blood count 2. Uric acid levels 3. Renal impairment 4. Hepatic impairment 5. Interactions |
| Adverse Effects | 1. Hepatotoxicity 2. Anorexia 3. Nausea 4. Hyperuricaemia 5. Ulcers |
| Pregnancy Category | C |
