Along with its needing effects, a drug may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Always because of the way cancer medication act on the body, there is a risk that they might cause other unwanted effects that may not occur until months or years after the drug is using. These delayed effects may include certain types of cancer. Discuss these possible effects with your family doctor.
Check with your family doctor immediately if any of the following side effects was happen
Less common
Black, tarry stools; blood in urine or stools; cough or hoarseness; fever or chills; lower back or side pain; painful or difficult urination; pinpoint red spots on skin; unusual bleeding or bruising
Check with your family doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects was happen
More common
Unusual tiredness or weakness; yellow eyes or skin
Less common
Joint pain; loss of appetite; nausea and vomiting; swelling of feet or lower legs
Rare
Sores in mouth and on lips
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. These side effects may go away during treat as your body adjusts to the drug. Always your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common
Darkening of skin; diarrhea; headache; skin rash and itching; weakness
After you stop taking mercaptopurine, it may still produce some side effects that need attention. During this period of time, check with your family doctor if you notice any of the following side effects:
Black, tarry stools; blood in urine or stools; cough or hoarseness; fever or chills; lower back or side pain; painful or difficult urination; pinpoint red spots on skin; unusual bleeding or bruising; yellow eyes or skin
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other effects, check with your family doctor.