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Leukeran Off-Label Uses
The approved uses for Leukeran® (chlorambucil) include the treatment of the following cancers:
- Chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
- Hodgkin's lymphoma.
There are also times when a healthcare provider may recommend this medication for treating something other than the approved uses. This is called an "off-label" use. Possible off-label uses for Leukeran may include the treatment of the following conditions:
Leukeran is a type of alkylating agent. It works by interfering with how the cancer cells multiply.
(Click Leukeran Uses for a more in-depth look at what this drug is used for, including information on how it works, whether it's safe for use in children, and other off-label uses.)
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH, BCPP
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD