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What happens if I miss a dose?

Contact your doctor if you miss a dose of this medication by more than a few hours.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

Symptoms of a sargramostim overdose include shortness of breath, a feeling of discomfort or illness (malaise), nausea, fever, a rash, a fast heartbeat, headache, and chills.

What should I avoid while using sargramostim?

There are no restrictions regarding foods, beverages, or activities during treatment with sargramostim unless your doctor directs otherwise.

What are the possible side effects of sargramostim?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop using sargramostim and seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• dizziness or fainting;

• a fever (over 100.5 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius);

• signs of infection including chills, sore throat, or congestion or redness, pain, or swelling around a wound or sore;

• swelling of the feet or lower legs;

• sudden weight gain (5 pounds or more); or

• chest pain, chest discomfort, or a fast, irregular pulse.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use sargramostim and talk to your doctor if you experience:

• bone pain;

• "flu-like" feeling;

• chills;

• muscle aching or weakness;

• tiredness;

• headache;

• diarrhea;

• nausea, upset stomach, or loss of appetite;

• rash; or

• swelling, redness, or pain at the injection site.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect sargramostim?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you

• are taking lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithane, others);

• are taking a steroid such as prednisone (Deltasone, others), methylprednisolone (Medrol, others), prednisolone (Prelone, others), dexamethasone (Decadron, others), and others; or

• are undergoing radiation or chemotherapy.

You may not be able to use sargramostim or you may require special monitoring if you are taking any of the medications listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with sargramostim. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about sargramostim written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Sargramostim is available with a prescription under the brand name Leukine. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.