unfamiliar beings Sargramostim Generic Name: Sargramostim (sar GRAM oh stim) Brand Name: Leukine Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Uses of Sargramostim: It is used to lower the chance of getting an infection in people with bone marrow problems caused by chemo. It is used to raise the number of white blood cells in certain patients. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. Slideshow Donate Life: What You Need To Know About Organ Donorship What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Sargramostim? If you have an allergy to sargramostim or any other part of sargramostim. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have high levels of a type of abnormal white blood cell called leukemic blasts in the bone marrow or blood. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take sargramostim with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Sargramostim? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Do not get sargramostim at the same time or within 24 hours before or after chemo or radiation treatment. Talk with your doctor. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. This medicine may cause a very bad and sometimes deadly problem called capillary leak syndrome (CLS). CLS may lead to low blood pressure and harm to the body. It may also lead to a heartbeat that is not normal, chest pain or pressure, heart attack, lung or breathing problems, bleeding or lower blood flow in the stomach or bowel, kidney problems, swelling, or feeling confused. Talk with the doctor. Do not give this medicine to a newborn. It has benzyl alcohol. Low blood pressure, a fast heartbeat, flushing, and passing out may rarely happen with the first dose. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using sargramostim while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Sargramostim) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. It is given as a shot into the fatty part of the skin. It may be given as a shot into a vein. To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. Keep taking sargramostim as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. If you will be giving yourself the shot, your doctor or nurse will teach you how to give the shot. Follow how to use as you have been told by the doctor or read the package insert. Do not use if the solution is cloudy, leaking, or has particles. Do not use if solution changes color. Do not shake the solution. Wash your hands before and after you give the shot. Do not give into skin that is irritated, bruised, red, infected, or scarred. Move the site where you give the shot with each shot. Throw away needles in a needle/sharp disposal box. Do not reuse needles or other items. When the box is full, follow all local rules for getting rid of it. Talk with a doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. What do I do if I miss a dose? Call your doctor to find out what to do. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. A fast heartbeat. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Flushing. Fever or chills. Throwing up blood or throw up that looks like coffee grounds. Black, tarry, or bloody stools. Chest pain. What are some other side effects of Sargramostim? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Headache. Anxiety. Upset stomach or throwing up. Belly pain. Bone pain. Muscle or joint pain. Feeling tired or weak. Loose stools (diarrhea). Weight loss. Throat irritation. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Sargramostim? Store in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. After mixing, be sure you know how long the product is good for and how to store it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take sargramostim or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to sargramostim. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. 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