Biologics Basics
Aug 02, 2022

Biologics Are Used to Treat Uncontrolled Asthma, Urticaria, Nasal Polyps, and Atopic Dermatitis.


Some people continue to have uncontrolled respiratory and dermatologic symptoms despite taking their prescribed medications. For situations like this, doctors rely on biological agents that target specific pathways in the immune system that cause these symptoms. 

Biologic agents are used for a variety of conditions like Asthma, Urticaria, Nasal Polyps, and Atopic Dermatitis.   


Here are some of the options we have available for you:

Asthma

Omalizumab (Xolair)  for > 6 years of age.

Dupilumab (Dupixent) for > 6 years of age

Mepolizumab (Nucala) for > 6 years of age 

Reslizumab ( Cinqair) for > 18 years of age 

Benralizumab (Fasenra) for > 12 years of age 

Tezepelumab (Tezpire) for > 12 years of age 

Nasal Polyps

Omalizumab (Xolair)  for > 18 years of age.

Dupilumab (Dupixent) for > 18 years of age

Mepolizumab (Nucala) for > 18 years of age 

Chronic Urticaria

Omalizumab (Xolair)  for > 12 years of age.

Atopic Dermatitis

Dupilumab (Dupixent) for > 6 months of age

Ask your provider if you think this therapy could help you at your next appointment. 

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