daratumumab · Medicine question

Can daratumumab reactivate hepatitis B?

iatroX medicinesPublished 19 August 2026Reviewed 19 August 2026

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Yes, including rarely fatal cases. Screening is needed before treatment, and people with positive markers require specialist monitoring during and after treatment.

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