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When is daratumumab (Darzalex) infusion contraindicated?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Daratumumab (Darzalex) infusion is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to daratumumab or any excipient listed in section 6.1 of its product information.

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DARZALEX 20 mg/mL concentrate for solution for infusionJanssen-Cilag Ltd (a Johnson & Johnson Company) · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 36Document updated 7 October 2026

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