Low-dose oral immunotherapy (OIT) increased tolerance to peanut in allergic children about as well as higher-dose OIT, new research finds.… Read more »
Author: Jenifer Goodwin
Biotech Begins Trial of Novel 3-in-1 Antibody for Peanut Allergy
A Swiss biotech company has launched the first clinical trial of a combination antibody that blocks allergic reactions to peanut.… Read more »
Neffy Epi Spray Works Even If You Sniff, Stands Up Well to Extreme Heat
The nasal epinephrine spray called neffy works even if you sniff when its administered, new research shows. In clinical trials,… Read more »
Aquestive’s Anaphylm Shows Positive Results in First Study in Kids
Aquestive Therapeutics’ dissolving epinephrine film was rapidly absorbed and had effects in children similar to those seen in adults. The… Read more »
Man Develops FPIES Allergy to Peanut After Stem Cell Transplant
A man developed a type of food allergy called FPIES after receiving a stem cell transplant. This is believed to… Read more »
Viaskin Peanut Patch to Go Before FDA; Infant Study Planned
After three years of treatment, 71 percent of toddlers using the Viaskin Peanut Patch could eat up to three or… Read more »
Thunderstorms Triggering Surge in ER Visits for Asthma Attacks
When thunderstorms roll across Kansas, it’s not just heavy rain and lightning that pose a threat. A new study finds… Read more »
Could a Bacteria Capsule Prevent Childhood Asthma?
In parts of Europe, Asia and Latin America, doctors may prescribe an unusual treatment to ward off colds and other… Read more »
Early Peanut Introduction Linked to Drop in Child Food Allergies
A large study credits guidelines to feed babies peanuts early in life for a steep drop in food allergies among… Read more »
Epi Spray Maker Urges FDA to Require More Study of Epi Film
Competition between epinephrine auto-injector alternatives is heating up. The neffy nasal epinephrine spray is already FDA-approved. A dissolving oral epinephrine… Read more »