Immunotherapy for Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
These are the immunotherapy drugs that are used most often to treat chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). New treatments become available all the time, so this may not be a complete list.
Please note: The side effects listed here do not represent a comprehensive list. Each immunotherapy drug has its own set of side effects and ways of working. It's important to discuss all potential side effects of a drug with your healthcare team. Be sure to tell your healthcare team about any side effects you do have.
All Available Treatments
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Pill = Treatment Type
Immunotherapy
Drug Name
Pegasys® & Besremi® (Interferon) (IV)
Potential Side Effects
Muscle pain
Bone pain
Fatigue/weakness
Headache
Fever
Nausea/vomiting
Low blood counts
Important Things to Know
Interferon was once a main treatment for CML, but TKIs are relied on more due to their improved effectiveness.