Nasal congestion from colds or seasonal allergies doesn’t interfere with the absorption of epinephrine from the nasal sprayer neffy, two… Read more »
Author: Jenifer Goodwin
After Stopping Xolair, Kids Could Eat Some Allergenic Foods
A big question since Xolair was approved is whether it allows kids with food allergies to safely eat their allergenic… Read more »
Big Variation in Peanut Products Could Impact Allergy Tests, OIT
Food products such as roasted peanuts, peanut M&Ms, and peanut butter vary widely in their protein content – not just… Read more »
FDA Approves Low-Dose Neffy Epinephrine Spray for Young Kids
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the neffy epinephrine spray to treat serious allergic reactions in children as young… Read more »
Allergists React to Study’s Xolair Vs. OIT Food Allergy Findings
A head-to-head matchup of Xolair versus oral immunotherapy (OIT) in desensitizing children with multiple food allergies came down in favor… Read more »
Trying Pistachio OIT First May Ease Cashew Desensitization
First undergoing oral immunotherapy (OIT) for pistachio may ease cashew OIT in those with allergies to both, a new study… Read more »
Under-Tongue Epinephrine Film Holds Up in Heat, Nears FDA Filing
A dissolving epinephrine film for treating allergic reactions retains most of its potency for long periods in the heat. Research… Read more »
Benefits of Peanut Allergy Patch for Kids Grow Over Time
After five years of daily use, the Viaskin peanut patch desensitized 73 percent of older children and teens, new research… Read more »
Xolair Desensitizes Food-Allergic Kids with Fewer Reactions Than OIT
Omalizumab (Xolair) desensitized more children with multiple food allergies, with fewer reactions, than oral immunotherapy, new research shows. After one… Read more »
Neffy Launches Free Epi Nasal Sprayer Program for U.S. Schools
U.S. schools may be able to receive neffy epinephrine nasal sprayers at no cost for use in allergy emergencies. ARS… Read more »