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Brand Names: Ergamisol

Generic Name: levamisole (Pronunciation: leave AH mih sole)

• What is levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• What are the possible side effects of levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• What is the most important information I should know about levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• How should I use levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Ergamisol)?
• What happens if I overdose (Ergamisol)?
• What should I avoid while using levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• What other drugs will affect levamisole (Ergamisol)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is levamisole (Ergamisol)?

Levamisole is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication. Levamisole interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.

Levamisole is used in the treatment of colon cancer.

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

What are the possible side effects of levamisole (Ergamisol)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects from levamisole, seek emergency medical attention or 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; or fever, chills, or signs of infection); or
• nervous system problems (confusion or loss of consciousness, extreme fatigue, memory loss, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling; seizure, speech disturbances).

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

• nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite;
• diarrhea;
• sores in the mouth or on the lips; or
• rash and itching.

Other side effects have also been reported. Discuss with your doctor any side effect that occurs during treatment with levamisole.

What is the most important information I should know about levamisole (Ergamisol)?

Serious side effects have been reported with the use of levamisole including: allergic reactions (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); decreased bone marrow function or blood problems (fever or chills; or signs of infection); nervous system problems (confusion or loss of consciousness, extreme fatigue, memory loss, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling; seizure, speech disturbances); and others. Talk to your doctor about the possible side effects from treatment with levamisole.