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What are the possible side effects of DARZALEX?

• DARZALEX may cause serious reactions, including infusion-related reactions. Infusion-related reactions are common with DARZALEX. Serious allergic reactions and reactions due to release of certain substances by your body (systemic) that can lead to death, can happen with DARZALEX. Your healthcare provider may temporarily stop your infusion or completely stop treatment with DARZALEX if you have infusion-related reactions. Get medical help right away if you experience any of the following symptoms¹:
  • Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness (hypotension)
  • Cough
  • Wheezing
  • Heart beating faster than usual
  • Low oxygen in the blood (hypoxia)
  • Throat tightness or irritation
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Headache
  • Itching
  • High blood pressure
  • Eye pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Chills
  • Fever
  • Chest discomfort
  • Blurred vision

These are not all the possible side effects of DARZALEX. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.¹ 

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This information is provided ONLY in response to your request and is not intended as medical advice, to promote the use of our product, or suggest using it in any manner other than as described in the PRESCRIBING INFORMATION. All decisions regarding your medical treatment should be made with your healthcare professional(s). Please contact your healthcare professional(s) to discuss the information in this response.

Please refer to the attached full PRESCRIBING INFORMATION and the PATIENT INFORMATION for DARZALEX.¹