darzalex 400mg injection - Daratumumab (400mg) medicine

darzalex 400mg injection

4.5 (11 reviews)
🏭 Janssen Pharmaceuticals πŸ“¦ Varies by brand πŸ’Š Allopathy πŸ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
πŸ“‹ Prescription Required πŸ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is darzalex 400mg injection used for?

Darzalex (Daratumumab) is used to treat ANTI NEOPLASTICS. It contains Daratumumab (400mg), which Binds to CD38 antigen on multiple myeloma cells, inducing apoptosis via antibody. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Daratumumab
  • Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceuticals
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
πŸ’‘ Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

πŸ’Š darzalex 400mg injection Uses & Benefits

Multiple myeloma (as monotherapy or in combination), light chain amyloidosis

Off-label uses: Systemic light chain amyloidosis, WaldenstrΓΆm macroglobulinemia

πŸ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Daratumumab
Brand NameDarzalex
ManufacturerJanssen Pharmaceuticals
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action ClassCD38-directed cytolytic antibody
Route of AdministrationIntravenous infusion
StorageStore at 2Β°C to 8Β°C (36Β°F to 46Β°F); protect from light; do not freeze or shake
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

πŸ”¬ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionIntravenous administration results in complete bioavailability
DistributionVolume of distribution approximately 4.7 L
Protein BindingNot extensively bound to plasma proteins
MetabolismMetabolized into small peptides via catabolic pathways
Half-LifeApproximately 18 days
ExcretionNot excreted renally; eliminated via intracellular catabolism
Bioavailability100% (intravenous)
Onset of ActionRapid, within hours to days
Peak Plasma TimeAt end of infusion
Duration of ActionSeveral weeks to months

How It Works

Binds to CD38 antigen on multiple myeloma cells, inducing apoptosis via antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity, complement-dependent cytotoxicity, and antibody-dependent cellular phagocytosis

Mechanism Steps

1Daratumumab binds specifically to CD38 antigen expressed on multiple myeloma cells
2Binding induces apoptosis through antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC)
3Also triggers complement-dependent cytotoxicity (CDC)

πŸ’‘ How to Take darzalex 400mg injection

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of darzalex 400mg injection

βœ… Common Side Effects

  • Infusion reactions
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Back pain
  • Cough
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Neutropenia
  • Thrombocytopenia

🚨 Serious Side Effects

  • Severe infusion reactions
  • Neutropenic fever
  • Thrombocytopenia with bleeding
  • Hepatitis B reactivation
  • Interference with blood typing

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

  • Anaphylaxis
  • Tumor lysis syndrome
  • Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

πŸ”¬ Drug Interactions

⚠️ DrugSeverityEffect
Live vaccines Major Increased risk of infection
BCG Major Increased risk of disseminated BCG infection
Immunosuppressants Moderate Additive immunosuppression
Anticoagulants Moderate Increased bleeding risk
Corticosteroids Minor May enhance immunosuppression

🚨 Major Interactions

  • Live vaccines
  • BCG

⚑ Moderate Interactions

  • Immunosuppressants
  • Anticoagulants

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

  • Corticosteroids

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Severe hypersensitivity to daratumumab or any excipients

πŸ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Complete blood counts, infusion reactions, infections, serum immunoglobulins

🀱 Lactation Safety

Not recommended; unknown if excreted in human milk

πŸ’Š Overdose Management

No specific antidote; manage with supportive care and monitor for adverse reactions

⏰ Missed Dose

Administer as soon as possible; adjust schedule to maintain appropriate interval

πŸ‘¨β€βš•οΈ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

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