685 reports of this reaction
2.3% of all MERCAPTOPURINE reports
#7 most reported adverse reaction
DIARRHOEA is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MERCAPTOPURINE, manufactured by Florida Pharmaceutical Products, LLC. There are 685 FDA adverse event reports linking MERCAPTOPURINE to DIARRHOEA. This represents approximately 2.3% of all 30,320 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking MERCAPTOPURINE who experience diarrhoea should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
DIARRHOEA is a less commonly reported adverse event for MERCAPTOPURINE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to diarrhoea, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MERCAPTOPURINE:
The following drugs have also been linked to diarrhoea in FDA adverse event reports:
DIARRHOEA has been reported as an adverse event in 685 FDA reports for MERCAPTOPURINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DIARRHOEA accounts for approximately 2.3% of all adverse event reports for MERCAPTOPURINE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience diarrhoea while taking MERCAPTOPURINE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.