See Resources for Additional Information. Don't take aspirin or any product containing aspirin. Aspirin increases the likelihood of bleeding. Antibiotics to fight infection. Uricosuric drugs to increase excretion of uric acid that may accumulate as a side effect of anticancer drugs.
Bed rest is usually necessary during active phases.
Adults should drink 8 to 10 glasses of fluid daily and children should drink 4 to 6 glasses of fluid. During chemotherapy, eat and drink high-calorie foods and beverages, such as milkshakes or eggnog. If You or your child have symptoms of leukemia. Apply pressure and ice while awaiting your doctor's return call. M.D. Copyright by Putnam Publishing Group.