Purinetone Information

Purinetone is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Purinetone have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Purinetone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Purinetone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Purinetone are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Purinetone's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Purinetone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Purinetone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Infections are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Purinetone have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Purinetone may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Purinetone is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Purinetone Benefits & Uses
Purinetone Dosage & How to Take
Purinetone Side Effects
Purinetone Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Purinetone with Other Drugs
Purinetone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Purinetone
Purinetone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Purinetone Benefits & Uses

Purinetone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Purinetone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Ulcerative Colitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ulcerative Colitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Purinetone Related Warnings

Is the use of Purinetone safe for pregnant women?

Purinetone can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Purinetone safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Purinetone. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Purinetone on the Kidneys?

Purinetone can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Purinetone on the Liver?

Purinetone may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Purinetone on the Heart?

Purinetone may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Purinetone with Other Drugs

Purinetone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Purinetone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Purinetone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Anemia
Blood Cancer
Neutropenia
Hyperkalemia
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Purinetone

Is this Purinetone habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Purinetone.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Purinetone, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Purinetone can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Purinetone only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Purinetone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Purinetone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Purinetone

Taking Purinetone with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Purinetone

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Purinetone with alcohol will be.

Unknown