Most recent by Douglas H. Jones, MD
Lanadelumab increases attack-free rates in hereditary angioedema patients
Lanadelumab effectively improved attack-free rates of type I and II hereditary angioedema patients, according to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.
FDA proposes removing oral phenylephrine from nasal decongestants
The FDA has proposed an order for the removal of oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient from over-the-counter monograph drug products for relieving nasal congestion, according to an administration press release.
Teal pumpkins, other tips ensure safe Halloweens for families with food allergy
Do you recall seeing teal pumpkins at various houses around Halloween? Why is this? Why would someone choose teal over orange? Led by Food Allergy Research & Education, it is called the Teal Pumpkin Project.
Hereditary angioedema attacks fall nearly 95% with lanadelumab among adolescents
Adolescents with hereditary angioedema experienced fewer attacks, improved quality of life and treatment satisfaction with lanadelumab, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
Do we need more pharma or more farms to treat food allergies?
The field of food allergy treatment has been evolving rapidly, with several promising developments in recent years. Typically, much of what makes headlines, though, surrounds who pays for the headlines.
KalVista Pharmaceuticals submits FDA application for sebetralstat
KalVista Pharmaceuticals Inc. submitted a new drug application to the FDA for the approval of sebetralstat for patients aged 12 years and older with hereditary angioedema, according to a company press release.
Tick bites drive allergies to sugar in alpha-gal syndrome
Usually when people are allergic to something, the protein causes the allergy. Contrary to myth, sugars typically do not cause allergic reactions. Rather, they can contribute to different issues such as food intolerances and sensitivities.
As spring arrives, watch out for oral allergy syndrome
Spring is upon us in the Northern Hemisphere, and many patients are experiencing classic “hay fever” symptoms including itch, stuffy nose, sneezing and rash as well as eye symptoms.
Berotralstat achieves long-term prophylaxis for hereditary angioedema attacks
Patients with hereditary angioedema who used berotralstat generally tolerated treatment and experienced reductions in attacks over 96 weeks, according to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.
Debunking 11 food allergy myths
Food allergies affect millions of people around the world, and yet there are still many misconceptions and myths surrounding them.