Drug search by name

Sargramostim and Hepatic dysfunction

Result of checking the interaction of drug Sargramostim and disease Hepatic dysfunction for safety when used together.

Check result:

Sargramostim <> Hepatic dysfunction

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

In patients with preexisting hepatic impairment, the administration of sargramostim may induce elevations of bilirubin and liver enzymes, which are generally reversible following a dosage reduction or therapy interruption. Monitoring of hepatic function before treatment initiation, and at least every other week during therapy is recommended.

References:

"Product Information. Leukine (sargramostim)." Immunex Corporation, Seattle, WA.
"Product Information. Prokine (sargramostim)." Hoechst Marion-Roussel Inc, Kansas City, MO.

Sargramostim

Generic Name: sargramostim

Brand Name: Leukine

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Sargramostim?