Anti-IgE Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism of action
A
Inhibit IgE binding to receptors on mast cells and basophils, inhibit mediator release and attenuation of early and late phase allergic response
2
Q
Omalizumab brand name
A
Xolair
3
Q
Omalizumab dosage form
A
prefilled syringe
4
Q
Omalizumab age range
A
5 and up
5
Q
Adverse Effects and Clinical Pearls
A
AE: headache, injection site reactions, arthralgias, thrombocytopenia, pharyngitis
