#56 - Biologic Therapies for Asthma

Part of the series: Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology Innovations Podcast <p class="sqsrte-small preFlex flexIn">This podcast was made in partnership with Allergy &amp; Asthma Network, with funding support from AstraZeneca.</p> <p>In this episode, we explore a new form of asthma treatment, Biologics. These innovative treatments offer targeted relief by addressing the underlying causes of asthma, leading to improved symptom control and a better quality of life. Dr. G and Kortney discuss the current biologics on the market for asthma treatment. </p> <p>As this is a true deep dive, we have provided some more information about the Biologics discussed to help you build a better understanding. We have included images and graphs you can use when listening to the episode. </p> <p>What we cover in this episode:</p> <ul><li style="font-weight:400;">A background on how Biologic treatments work.</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">The Biologics available for asthma - discuss who is a candidate, how they each work, how they are taken and some side effects. <ul><li style="font-weight:400;">Omalizumab (Xolair)</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Mepolizumab</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Reslizumab</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Benralizumab</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Dupilumab</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Tezepelumab</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Helpful links: <p>Images and graphs discussed in this episode: <a href='http://www.itchpodcast.com/episodes/56-asthma-biologics'>www.itchpodcast.com/episodes/56-asthma-biologics</a></p> <p class="sqsrte-large">A look at biologics in more depth: <a href='http://www.biologicmeds.org'>www.biologicmeds.org</a></p> <p class="sqsrte-large">More about type 2 inflammation: <a href='https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/when-asthma-more-than-asthma-type-inflammation/'>https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/when-asthma-more-than-asthma-type-inflammation/</a></p>