Leukemia: Medications
Chlorambucil
02/13/07, HealthwiseTreatment with chlorambucil may increase your risk of developing other forms of cancer. This medication can also affect fertility (your ability to have children), whether you are a man or a woman. Talk to your doctor about your specific risks when us
Imatinib (oral)
01/03/08, HealthwiseBefore using this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have liver disease, kidney disease, congestive heart failure, or a history of stomach ulcer or bleeding.
Nelarabine
08/10/06, HealthwiseNelarabine may cause serious side effects of the central nervous system, such as problems with balance, coordination, or fine motor skills. These symptoms may not go away even after you stop receiving nelarabine. Talk with your doctor if you have con
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Interferon alfa-2a
02/13/04, HealthwiseSome patients taking interferon alfa-2a have developed a drop in the number of white blood cells and platelets. If the number of these blood cells are too low, there is an increased risk of infection or bleeding. Contact your doctor immediately if yo
Alemtuzumab
08/15/07, HealthwiseBefore receiving alemtuzumab, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, a bleeding or blood clotting disorder, diabetes, a stomach or intestinal disorder, or asthma or other breathing problem.
Vincristine
02/13/04, HealthwiseVincristine should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Pegaspargase
07/13/07, HealthwiseBefore receiving pegaspargase, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have diabetes or a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia.
Busulfan
04/01/05, HealthwiseBusulfan should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Cytarabine
12/28/07, HealthwiseBefore receiving cytarabine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have a breathing disorder such as asthma, or a history of stomach ulcer or bleeding.
Daunorubicin
02/13/04, HealthwiseDaunorubicin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
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