Oncology has developed into an increasingly strong pillar of growth for Johnson & Johnson and now the multiple myeloma blockbuster Darzalex (daratumumab) has surpassed the immunology power brand Stelara (ustekinumab) as the company’s top-selling drug. J&J reported first quarter sales on 16 April, with Darzalex continuing its strong double-digit rise while Stelara’s growth flattened.
Darzalex Surpasses Stelara As J&J’s Best-Selling Drug
Sales of Stelara are expected to begin tapering off later this year when the first biosimilars launch in mid-2024 in Europe and later in the US.
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