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Zanidatamab

Bispecific HER2-directed Antibody
Available on requestBiologicOrphanCold chainOncology
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Zanidatamab is a bispecific HER2-directed antibody indicated for gastroesophageal Adenocarcinoma (GEA), among other approved uses. It is available as powder for injection for intravenous use. MedsAcross supplies Zanidatamab for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Bispecific HER2-directed Antibody, HER2-directed Antibody Interactions
ATC classification
L01FD07 Zanidatamab · Cancer medicines (antineoplastics), subgroup L01F, subgroup L01FD
US FDA first approval
20 November 2024
EU status
Authorised
Orphan designation
Yes
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Intravenous
Dosage forms
Powder for injection
Biologic
Yes
Identifiers
UNII Z20OC92TDI

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

ZIIHERA is a bispecific HER2-directed antibody indicated for: Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinoma (GEA) • in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy, and tislelizumab-jsgr, as first-line treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+ or IHC 2+/ISH+) unresectable locally advanced or metastatic gastric, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal adenocarcinoma, as detected by an FDA-authorized test. • in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy, as first-line treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive (IHC 3+) unresectable locally advanced or metastatic gastric, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal adenocarcinoma, as detected by an FDA-authorized test.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

Zanidatamab-hrii is a bispecific HER2-directed antibody that binds to extracellular domains 2 (ECD2) and 4 (ECD4) on HER2. Similar to other HER2-directed antibodies, in vitro binding of zanidatamab-hrii with HER2 causes clustering and results in internalization leading to a reduction of the receptor on the tumor cell surface. Zanidatamab-hrii induces complement-dependent cytotoxicity (CDC), antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC), and antibody-dependent cellular phagocytosis (ADCP). These mechanisms result in tumor growth inhibition and cell death in vitro and in vivo.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

• Premedicate all patients to reduce the risk of infusion-related reactions (IRRs). • Administer loperamide during the first cycle to patients receiving ZIIHERA in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy for diarrhea prophylaxis. Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinoma (GEA): • Patients weighing less than 70 kg: ZIIHERA 1,800 mg intravenously every 3 weeks or 1,200 mg every 2 weeks infusion in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy, with or without tislelizumab-jsgr. • Patients weighing 70 kg or greater: ZIIHERA 2,400 mg intravenously every 3 weeks or 1,600 mg every 2 weeks in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy, with or without tislelizumab-jsgr. Biliary Tract Cancer: ZIIHERA 20 mg/kg intravenously every 2 weeks.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

Boxed warning (diarrhea and embryo-fetal toxicity ziihera): in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy, with or without tislelizumab-jsgr, can cause severe diarrhea, including life threatening and fatal cases. Use antidiarrheal prophylaxis during the first cycle when ZIIHERA is given in combination with these drugs. Manage with antidiarrheals and supportive measures as clinically indicated. • Left Ventricular Dysfunction: Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) prior to initiation of ZIIHERA and at regular intervals during treatment. Withhold or permanently discontinue ZIIHERA based on severity. • Infusion-Related Reactions (IRRs): Premedicate before each infusion of ZIIHERA. Interrupt the infusion, decrease the infusion rate, and/or permanently discontinue ZIIHERA based on severity.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: • Diarrhea • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity • Left Ventricular Dysfunction • Infusion-Related Reactions • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) with ZIIHERA in combination with chemotherapy and tislelizumab-jsgr were diarrhea, nausea, decreased appetite, vomiting, hypokalemia, fatigue, rash, peripheral neuropathy, and IRR. • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) with ZIIHERA in combination with chemotherapy were diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, fatigue, hypokalemia, peripheral neuropathy, IRR, and rash. • Most common adverse reactions (≥ 20%) with ZIIHERA as a single agent were diarrhea, IRR, abdominal pain, and fatigue.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

Do not freeze. Store in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton until time of reconstitution.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

1 presentations of Zanidatamab, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Ziihera 50 mg/mL powder for injectionIntravenous Cold chainJazz PharmaceuticalsUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 20 November 2024Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)AuthorisedEMA medicines data
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
AustriaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
BelgiumRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
BulgariaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CroatiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CyprusRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CzechiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
DenmarkRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
EstoniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
FinlandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
FranceRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
GermanyRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
GreeceRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
HungaryRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
IcelandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
IrelandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
ItalyRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LatviaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LiechtensteinRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LithuaniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LuxembourgRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
MaltaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
NetherlandsRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
NorwayRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
PolandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
PortugalRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
RomaniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SlovakiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SloveniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SpainRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SwedenRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Zanidatamab available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 1 presentations of Zanidatamab and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Zanidatamab have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Zanidatamab, including Ziihera.

Is Zanidatamab approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Zanidatamab on 20 November 2024, according to Drugs@FDA.

Is Zanidatamab authorised in the European Union?

Yes. Zanidatamab has a central EU marketing authorisation (status: authorised), according to European Medicines Agency data.

Does Zanidatamab need cold chain shipping?

At least one listed presentation of Zanidatamab must be kept cold, so it is shipped in temperature-controlled packaging. Check the storage line on each presentation.

Which ATC class is Zanidatamab in?

Zanidatamab is classified under ATC code L01FD07 (Zanidatamab).

References

  1. ZIIHERA prescribing information (Jazz Pharmaceuticals). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 24 August 2026
  2. Ziihera: European public assessment report (EPAR). European Medicines Agency. Retrieved 16 June 2026

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