Sargramostim Benefits & Uses

Sargramostim is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Infections

Sargramostim Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Sargramostim Related Warnings

Is the use of Sargramostim safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Sargramostim in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Sargramostim safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Sargramostim in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Sargramostim on the Kidneys?

Sargramostim has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sargramostim on the Liver?

Sargramostim is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Sargramostim on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Sargramostim. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Sargramostim with Other Drugs

Sargramostim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cyclophosphamide

Dacarbazine

Methotrexate

Topotecan

Sargramostim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sargramostim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Edema
Heart Failure
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Sargramostim

Is this Sargramostim habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sargramostim has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Sargramostim since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Sargramostim only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Sargramostim cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Sargramostim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sargramostim

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Sargramostim together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Sargramostim

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sargramostim with alcohol will be.

Unknown