6-Mercaptopurine

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S. Kaul, MD

Hi there!

Yes, very rarely 6-MP could cause depression and irritability.
Hope this information is helpful.

Take care!

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cseabolt

if you are on 100mg of 6mp and the Dr lowers it to 50 mg how long will it take to level out in your system??

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