Thioguanine



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Thioguanine Information



Thioguanine Benefits & Uses

Thioguanine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Thioguanine 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: Blood Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 330 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: used in acute nonlymphocytic leukemia
Geriatric
  • Disease: Blood Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 330 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: used in acute nonlymphocytic leukemia
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Blood Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: used in acute nonlymphocytic leukemia
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Blood Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 180 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: used in acute nonlymphocytic leukemia


Thioguanine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Thioguanine is used -

Unknown

  • Bone Marrow Failure

Thioguanine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Thioguanine safe for pregnant women?


    Thioguanine should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Thioguanine safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Thioguanine. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Thioguanine on the Kidneys?


    Thioguanine is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Thioguanine on the Liver?


    Thioguanine is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Thioguanine on the Heart?


    Thioguanine is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Thioguanine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Thioguanine Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Thioguanine

  • Is this Thioguanine habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Thioguanine is addictive.

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


    After taking Thioguanine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Thioguanine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Thioguanine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Thioguanine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Thioguanine


    You can take Thioguanine with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Thioguanine


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Thioguanine as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tabloid (Thioguanine)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 863



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