immune modulator, omalizumab

Question 1

omalizumab indications

Answer 1

treatment of moderate to severe persistent asthma

Question 2

omalizumab actions

Answer 2

binds to IgE receptors to decrease inflammation

Question 3

omalizumab adverse effects

Answer 3

-hypersensitivity reaction
-anaphylaxis
-arthralgia
-myalgia
-fatigue
-URI
-injection site reaction
-increased risk of herpes

Question 4

how is omalizumab administered

Answer 4

SQ

Question 5

is omalizumab contraindicated for acute attacks?

Answer 5

yes