Puri-nethol is used to treat acute leukemia and also in cases of chronic myelogenous leukemia.
The drug is used to induce remission and, in particular, is prescribed for maintenance therapy in: acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL); acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)/acute myeloid leukemia M3 (AML M3).
Active ingredient: mercaptopurine
Prescription medicine.