Darzalex Injection

Short Description

Darzalex Injection is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma, a type of cancer of plasma cells.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Darzalex Injection is given as an IV infusion into veins under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Darzalex Injection is a monoclonal antibody that recognizes and attaches to specific proteins on the surface of cancer cells. It shows its action by binding to specific cancer cells in the body and helps your immune system kill cancer.

Drink at least two to three quarts of fluid every 24 hours while on treatment with Darzalex Injection Take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor and eat small, frequent meals Avoid sun exposure and wear SPF 30 (or higher) sunblock and protective clothing Do not receive any kind of immunization or vaccination without your doctor's approval Use contraceptives and avoid getting pregnant while taking Darzalex Injection