Purinethol

Purinethol is a brand name of mercaptopurine, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

PURINETHOL (mercaptopurine - tablet; oral)

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  Manufacturer: TEVA
  
  Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
  
  Strength(s): 50MG ^[RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Purinethol been approved?

Yes. The following products are equivalent to Purinethol:

mercaptopurine tablet; oral

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  Manufacturer: MYLAN
  
  Approval date: July 1, 2005
  
  Strength(s): 50MG ^[AB]


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  Manufacturer: PROMETHEUS LABS
  
  Approval date: February 11, 2004
  
  Strength(s): 50MG ^[AB]


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  Manufacturer: ROXANE
  
  Approval date: February 13, 2004
  
  Strength(s): 50MG ^[AB]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Purinethol. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.

Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Purinethol.

See also...

• Purinethol Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Purinethol Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Purinethol Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Purinethol AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
• Mercaptopurine Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Mercaptopurine Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Mercaptopurine Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Mercaptopurine AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)