Guest guest Posted January 2, 2001 Report Share Posted January 2, 2001 ..... I researched purinethol and found that it originally was used as a cancer drug esp. leukemia... but now, as you have told me, is used in autoimmune disease as well and is used in Crohn`s which sounds as if it may be a major problem of Cheryl ID so you may be on the money with your advice you sly boots you. Hope she gets the right treatment whatever it may be. Jerry P.S. I sent under separate cover a synopsis of purinethol (6MP) and its use in Crohn`s. It's rough not to have a clear-cut diagnosis. I would ask your doctor about taking Imuran or Purinethol along with the Pred. Maybe he is waiting to see that the Pred works and helps confirm the diagnosis. Most AIH ers take 2 meds. Also, Purinethol is used for inflamation of the intestines even for people without liver disease.(My doctor once mentioned that) Hope you are on the right track and improving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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