What is Leukine ?

Leukine (sargramostim) is a recombinant human granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) used to promote the growth and differentiation of various bone marrow-derived cells in patients undergoing chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, or suffering from neutropenia. It works by stimulating the production and function of white blood cells, enhancing the immune system's ability to fight infection and disease. Administered via injection, Leukine is essential in accelerating bone marrow recovery and reducing the incidence of infection in susceptible populations.

• Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
• Decrease in how much or how often you urinate, cloudy urine
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Blue lips or fingers
• Chest pain, trouble breathing
• Fast or uneven heartbeat
• Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
• Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
• Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, or rapid weight gain.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. This medicine contains benzyl alcohol, which can be harmful to infants and unborn babies.
• Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for at least 2 weeks after your last dose.
• Tell your doctor if have kidney disease, liver disease, edema (fluid retention), heart disease, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, or lung disease or other breathing problems.
• This medicine may cause the following problems:Infusion reactionsCapillary leak syndromeChanges in heart rhythmIncreased number of white blood cells in the bloodIncreased risk of cancer
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.