Leukeran (Chlorambucil) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Leukeran Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking chlorambucil (Leukeran)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to chlorambucil, or if you have received this medication in the past without successful treatment of your condition.

If you have received radiation treatment within the past 4 weeks, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take chlorambucil.

FDA pregnancy category D. This medication can cause harm to an unborn baby. Do not use chlorambucil without your doctor's consent if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication.

This medication can affect fertility (your ability to have children), whether you are a man or a woman.

It is not known whether chlorambucil passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Treatment with chlorambucil may increase your risk of developing other forms of cancer. Talk to your doctor about your specific risk.

How should I take chlorambucil (Leukeran)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label. You should not take chlorambucil unless you remain under the care of a doctor.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

Chlorambucil can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. To be sure your blood cells do not get too low, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store chlorambucil in the refrigerator but do not allow it to freeze.

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