Leukeran

Generic name:chlorambucil [ klor-AM-bue-sil ]
Drug class:Alkylating agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 3, 2020. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Leukeran?

Leukeran is used to treat several types of cancer, including Hodgkin's disease and certain types of leukemia or lymphoma.

Leukeran may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Leukeran can increase your risk of bleeding or infection. Call your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding, or new signs of infection (fever, chills, weakness).

Before taking this medicine

You should not be treated with Leukeran if you are allergic to it, or if you have received this medicine in the past without successful treatment of your condition.

You may not be able to receive Leukeran if you've ever had an allergic reaction to another cancer drug such as bendamustine, busulfan, carmustine, dacarbazine, ifosfamide, lomustine, mechlorethamine, melphalan, streptozocin, or temozolomide.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• kidney disease;

• liver disease;

• a seizure;

• a head injury or brain tumor; or

• if you have received radiation or chemotherapy within the past 4 weeks.

Taking Leukeran may increase your risk of developing other types of cancer. Talk to your doctor about your specific risk.