SARGRAMOSTIM

Overview

SARGRAMOSTIM is a Schedule H drug.
Sargramostim is a man-made form of a protein that stimulates the growth of white blood cells in your body. White blood cells help your body fight against infection.It used after chemotherapy, bone marrow transplants, and stem cell transplants.


Usage

SARGRAMOSTIM is generally used to treat: Leukemia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • You should not use sargramostim if you are allergic to sargramostim or to yeast.
  • Do not use sargramostim within 24 hours before or after you receive chemotherapy or radiation.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not use sargramostim in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Sargramostim liquid does not need to be mixed with a diluent.
  • Do not shake the mixed medicine.
  • Do not use if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it.
  • Avoid combining sargramostim mixtures that have been prepared at different times or with different diluents.
  • It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

SARGRAMOSTIM over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Weakness (generalized), Head Headache, Fever, Chills, Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

SARGRAMOSTIM : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Difficulty Sleeping

Serious Side-Effects

SARGRAMOSTIM : Vision Problems, Blood Pressure, Low, Breathlessness, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Eyes Bleeding, Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Pain, Chest Pain, Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Cough, Decreased Urination, Labored Breathing, Eyes Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Increased Thirst, Fruity Odor On Breath, Loss Of Appetite, Mood Swings, Weight Gain, Body Excessive Sweating, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands, Hands Tingling, Chest Discomfort, Difficulty Swallowing, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Voice, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Body Loss Of Movement

Disease Interactions

SARGRAMOSTIM can interfere with: Congestive Heart Disease, Edema, Leukocytosis, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Asphyxia Neonatorum, Premature Aging

Technical Classification

SARGRAMOSTIM is categorized as: COLONY STIMULATING FACTORS / IMMUNOSTIMULANTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with SARGRAMOSTIM as Ingredient

EMGRAST M 250 MCG INJSARGRAMOSTIM 250.0 MCG
EMGRAST M 500 MCG INJSARGRAMOSTIM 500.0 MCG