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Antimetabolites

Antimetabolites prevent cancer cells from processing nutrients and other substances that are necessary for normal activity in the cancer cells. Mercaptopurine is also sometimes used to treat inflammatory bowel disease that has failed to respond to other medications. It is also helpful in reducing the dependency on corticosteroids and is used as a maintenance drug to help maintain remission. Mercaptopurine alters the immune cells? interaction with the inflammatory process.

Drugs in the class

Floxuridine (FUDR, Fluorodeoxyuridine)

Fludarabine Phosphate (Fludara)

Gemcitabine Hydrochloride (Gemzar)

Mercaptopurine (6-MP, Purinethol)

Hydroxyurea (Droxia, Hydrea)

Methotrexate Injection (Amethopterin, MTX Injection)

Thioguanine (6-TG, TG)

Methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall)

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.