Mylotarg

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Mylotarg is used to treat a certain type of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in adults and children over the age of 2. This medication can cause severe, life-threatening liver problems.

Mylotarg Overview

Reviewed: November 8, 2017
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Mylotarg is a prescription medication used to treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has not responded to previous treatment in patients 2 years and older. It can also be used for newly diagnosed AML in adults.

Mylotarg belongs to a group of drugs called monoclonal antibodies. These work by finding cancer cells and killing them.

This medication is available in an injectable form to be given directly into a vein (IV) by a healthcare professional.

Common side effects of Mylotarg include loss of blood, infection, and nausea.

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Mylotarg Drug Class

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Mylotarg FDA Warning

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WARNING: HEPATOTOXICITY

Hepatotoxicity, including severe or fatal hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD), also known as sinusoidal obstruction syndrome (SOS), has been reported in association with the use of MYLOTARG as a single agent, and as part of a combination chemotherapy regimen. Monitor frequently for signs and symptoms of VOD after treatment with MYLOTARG.