
Mercaptopurine
Mercaptopurine is a chemotherapy medicine commonly used in the treatment of certain types of cancer and leukaemia. This factsheet provides information on the use of oral mercaptopurine in children and young people with cancer.
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Mercaptopurine is a chemotherapy medicine commonly used in the treatment of certain types of cancer and leukaemia. This factsheet provides information on the use of oral mercaptopurine in children and young people with cancer.
Methotrexate is a chemotherapy medicine commonly used in the treatment of certain types of cancer and leukaemia. This factsheet provides information on the use of oral methotrexate in children and young people with cancer.
Information for parents, carer and families of a child or young person with cancer. This guide helps to explain how your child’s treatment might affect them and what you should do.
A story book for younger children, 'My brother or sister has cancer' tells the story of a boy and girl whose brother has cancer.
This guide gives an overview of the conditions, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation, as well as how to look after your child, yourself and loved ones. It was written with the help of parents and carers. They told us what it was like for them, and what they learned along the way, so that we can share it with you. You can read their experiences and tips throughout this booklet.
This factsheet gives an overview of neuroblastoma, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Information and support for parents and carers of children and young people with neuroblastoma
This factsheet gives an overview of Non-Hodgkin (NHL) lymphoma in children, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Chlorumbacil is a chemotherapy medicine used in the treatment of certain types of cancers. This factsheet provides information on the use of chlorambucil in children and young people with cancer.
Cyclophosphamide is a chemotherapy medicine used in the treatment of certain types of cancers. This factsheet provides information on the use of oral cyclophosphamide in children and young people with cancer.