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Proleukin

Generic Name: aldesleukin (Al dess LEW kin)
Brand Names: Proleukin

What is aldesleukin?

Aldesleukin (interleukin 2) is a cancer (chemotherapeutic) medication. Aldesleukin increases certain immunological processes in the body that cause decreased growth of some types of cancer cells.

Aldesleukin is used in the treatment of metastatic renal cell carcinoma (metastatic RCC), a type of kidney cancer) and metastatic melanoma.

Aldesleukin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about aldesleukin?

Aldesleukin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

Serious side effects have been reported with the use of aldesleukin including: allergic reactions (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); decreased bone marrow function and blood problems (extreme fatigue; easy bruising or bleeding; black, bloody or tarry stools; fever or chills; or infection); capillary leak syndrome, a condition that may lead to heart attack, severe breathing difficulties, stomach bleeding, kidney problems, and death; severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite; and others. Talk to your doctor about the possible side effects from treatment with aldesleukin.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using aldesleukin?

• heart disease such as irregular heartbeats, angina (chest pain), or history of heart attack;

• lung or breathing problems;

• kidney disease;
• liver disease;

• seizure disorder;

• an infection;

• an organ transplant;

• central nervous system (CNS) impairment; or

• an autoimmune or inflammatory disorder such as Crohn"s disease, scleroderma, thyroid disease or thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, myasthenia gravis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and others.

You may not be able to take aldesleukin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you have any of the conditions listed above.

How should I use aldesleukin?

Aldesleukin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

Aldesleukin is administered by intravenous (into a vein) injection.

Your doctor will determine the correct amount and frequency of treatment with aldesleukin depending upon the type of cancer being treated and other factors. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns regarding the treatment schedule.

Your doctor will probably want you to have regularly scheduled blood tests and other medical evaluations during treatment with aldesleukin to monitor progress and side effects.

Store vials of lyophilized aldesleukin in the refrigerator. Protect the vials from light and store them in a carton until time of use. Reconstituted or diluted aldesleukin is stable for up to 48 hours at refrigerated and room temperatures, 2 to 25C (36 to 77F). However, since this product contains no preservative, the reconstituted and diluted solutions should be stored in the refrigerator. Do not use any aldesleukin products beyond the expiration date printed on the vial.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Contact your doctor if you miss a dose of aldesleukin.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a aldesleukin overdose may be similar to side effects caused by the medication, although often more severe.

What should I avoid while using aldesleukin?

Aldesleukin side effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects from aldesleukin, contact your doctor immediately:

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

• decreased bone marrow function or blood problems (extreme fatigue; easy bruising or bleeding; black, bloody or tarry stools; or fever, chills, or infection);

• capillary leak syndrome (leaking of blood plasma and fluid from the blood vessels), a condition that may lead to heart attack, severe breathing difficulties, stomach bleeding, kidney problems, and death;

• mood or behavior changes such as irritability, confusion, agitation, or hallucinations;

• problems with speech, walking, or coordination;

• severe drowsiness;

• seizures;

• difficulty breathing or unusual breath sounds;

• abdominal pain or swelling;

• swelling or fluid retention;

• fainting or irregular heart beats;

• severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;

• rash; or

• new or worsening symptoms of an autoimmune or inflammatory condition.

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

• tiredness or weakness; or

• diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite.

Side effects other than those listed here have also been reported. Discuss with your doctor any side effect that occurs during treatment with aldesleukin.

What other drugs will affect aldesleukin?

Side effects from aldesleukin may be increased by other medications that affect the kidneys, liver, heart, or other organ systems. Severe or irreversible reactions may occur. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medications, including herbal or alternative medicine products, during treatment with aldesleukin without first talking to your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

• Your healthcare provider may have additional information about aldesleukin that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Aldesleukin is available with a prescription under the brand name Proleukin. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your healthcare provider or 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.
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