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Mercapto 50mg Tablet
Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
₹95
WHO GMP
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15 Days Easy
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WHO GMP
Certified
15 Days Easy
Returns
Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
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Blood cancer
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Benefits
In Blood cancer Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Mercapto 50mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but you should discuss the side effects and benefits of this medicine with your doctor. Let your doctor know if any of the side effects bothers you.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mercapto 50mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.
How it works
Mercapto 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.
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Mercapto 50mg Tablet . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Mercapto 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. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Mercapto 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.
SAFE - Mercapto 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Caution Advised: Mercapto 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mercapto 50mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Caution Advised: Mercapto 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mercapto 50mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Manufacturer Address
501, The Bureau, R C MARG, Nr.Chembur Naka, Chembur East, Mumbai - 400071
References
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Drugs.com. Mercaptopurine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings (26 Mar. 2019)
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) (18 Feb. 2020)
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