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Specific medicine switches for solid dose and liquid formulations
13 September 2023
Mercaptopurine monitoring
24 June 2021
Lactation Safety Information
As an antineoplastic antimetabolite
As an antineoplastic antimetabolite
Active metabolite of azathioprine
Limited evidence for safety of mercaptopurine, but moderate level of evidence for azathioprine
If used, monitor infant’s blood count and liver function and for signs of immunosuppression
Discontinue breastfeeding if used in combination with other antineoplastics
24 September 2020
For inflammatory bowel disease
For inflammatory bowel disease
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Active metabolite of azathioprine
Limited evidence for safety of mercaptopurine, but moderate level of evidence for azathioprine
If used, monitor infant’s blood count and liver function and for signs of immunosuppression
24 September 2020