J&J’s Darzalex nets first self-administered cancer injectable approval

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Source: Pharmaceutical Technology

Original: https://www.pharmaceutical-technology.com/news/jjs-darzalex-nets-first-self-admi...

Published: Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:58:05 +0000

Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has received approval for Darzalex, a multiple myeloma drug that patients can inject themselves. This is the first approval of an injectable cancer drug that is intended for self-administration. Analysts believe that this change could improve the availability of the drug for patients. Self-administration of Darzalex is expected to contribute to its wider use in the treatment of multiple myeloma.