How is treatment given?
DARZALEX FASPRO® is given in about 3 to 5 minutes as an injection under the skin (subcutaneous) in the stomach area (abdomen)
~3 to 5 minutes refers to the time it takes to administer DARZALEX FASPRO® and does not account for all aspects of treatment.
- The dosing schedule of DARZALEX FASPRO® depends upon the treatment regimen prescribed
- The dosing schedule of DARZALEX FASPRO® depends upon the treatment regimen prescribed
Over time, DARZALEX FASPRO® treatments are needed only once every 4 weeks.
- Does not apply to the patients on DVTd regimen, who receive a fixed number of DARZALEX FASPRO® injections
DARZALEX® is an intravenous (IV) infusion, given through a needle placed in a vein by a healthcare professional. It may be given alone or with other medicines to treat your multiple myeloma.
Average Length of Infusion
Your providers will determine your dose of DARZALEX® based on your weight, the time between doses, and which DARZALEX® regimen you receive.
If you miss an appointment, be sure to call your doctor as soon as possible to reschedule.
Dosing schedules
Click on your prescribed treatment to see the recommended dosing schedule for the DARZALEX FASPRO® or DARZALEX® component of your regimen.
Every week
Weeks 1 to 8
Every 2 weeks
Weeks 9 to 24
Every 4 weeks
After Week 24
Approximately 13 doses per year after Week 24
Every week
Weeks 1 to 6
Every 3 weeks
Weeks 7 to 54
Every 4 weeks
After Week 54
Approximately 13 doses per year after Week 54
Induction Consolidation
Induction
Every week
Weeks 1 to 8
Every 2 weeks
Weeks 9 to 16
Stop for high-dose chemotherapy and autologous stem cell transplant
Consolidation
Every 2 weeks
Weeks 1 to 8
Approximately 16 injections
Every week
Weeks 1 to 8
Every 2 weeks
Weeks 9 to 24
Every 4 weeks
After Week 24
Approximately 13 doses per year after Week 24
Every week
Weeks 1 to 9
Every 3 weeks
Weeks 10 to 24
Every 4 weeks
After Week 24
Approximately 13 doses per year after Week 24
Every week
Weeks 1 to 8
Every 2 weeks
Weeks 9 to 24
Every 4 weeks
After Week 24
Approximately 20 injections per year until treatment is stopped
Every week
Weeks 1 to 8
Every 2 weeks
Weeks 9 to 24
Every 4 weeks
After Week 24
Approximately 13 doses per year after Week 24
Your healthcare provider will develop a treatment plan that is suited to your needs. If you have questions about your regimen, follow up with your doctor.
Get a list of questions to ask your doctor about your treatment plan
Create a calendar with your treatment schedule
Based on your medical history, your doctor may discuss treatment with DARZALEX FASPRO® or DARZALEX® in combination with other medicines or as a monotherapy.
Select the date on which you expect to receive your first treatment. Once a date is selected, recommended subsequent treatment dates will automatically populate the calendar.
Tap a date to begin.
MyMilestones® is another resource to help you personalize your treatment calendar. Find out more about the program.
Injection Dates
Weeks 1-8
Weekly Injections
Weeks 1-8 (weekly injections)
Weeks 9-24
Injections Every 2 Weeks
Weeks 9-24 (injections every 2 weeks)
Weeks 25+
Injections Every 4 Weeks
Weeks 25+ (injections every 4 weeks)
Please note that dates provided are recommendations for injection visits only. Your doctor is likely to schedule additional follow-up/care visits and may alter the dates for your injections.
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