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Encino, CA 91436
Phone: 818-528-7776

May 24, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Lirentelimab study for Chronic Urticaria (Hives)

lirentelimab

Lirentelimab is an anti-sialic acid-binding immunoglobulin-like lectin 8 mAb that selectively inhibits mast cells and depletes eosinophils. It is being studied for chronic urticaria that is often refractory to standard therapy. Stepwise approach to Chronic Urticaria (Chronic Hives) Chronic urticaria is a mast cell disease that causes recurrent itching, hives and angioedema for more than […]

Filed Under: biologics, Blog

May 24, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Dupixent for EoE (Eosinophilic Esophagitis); FDA approved and New Dosing

dupixent for eoe

Dupixent for EoE (eosinophilic esophagitis) was recently approved by the FDA. This will be the first drug officially approved for EoE. Eosinophilic Esophagitis is a chronic inflammatory immune disorder of the esophagus where eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) builds up in the esophagus. This can cause symptoms of difficulty swallowing, eating or food […]

Filed Under: biologics, Blog

April 30, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

What are the best foods for Asthma?

best foods for asthma

As an asthma doctor, I am often asked what are the best foods for asthma? Before we begin, it should be noted that no foods will help relieve an asthma attack. But your daily diet plays a role in your overall health to keep you healthy and reduce symptoms of asthma. Asthma is a chronic […]

Filed Under: Asthma, Blog, Headlines

April 26, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Best Nasal Polyps Treatment

best nasal polyps treatment

With so many options available, the best nasal polyps treatment can be hard to pick. Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps is an inflammatory disease of the upper airways characterized by polyp growth in the nasal passages. It causes severe congestion, discharge and difficulty with smell. The best treatment option is unclear. A study published in […]

Filed Under: biologics, Blog

April 19, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Fasenra for Nasal Polyps, a new treatment option

fasenra for nasal polyps

Fasenra for nasal polyps is currently being studied as a future therapeutic option. Chronic sinusitis with nasal polyps is an inflammatory condition associated with symptoms that may be severe, including rhinorrhea, nasal blockage and congestion, loss of smell, facial pressure/pain. Nasal sprays have shown limited help and surgery only helps temporarily as many of them […]

Filed Under: biologics, Blog

April 19, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Asivatrep a new topical treatment for Eczema

asivatrep cream

Asivatrep is a new potential treatment for eczema (atopic dermatitis). Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory itchy skin disease that affects up to 25% of children and 10% of adults. The cause is complex and multifactorial. Currently there are few classes of topical medications to treat it. Steroids Calcineurin inhibitors (Elidel, Protopic) Phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitors Eucrisa […]

Filed Under: atopic dermatitis, Blog, Medications

April 3, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Kiwi Allergy can come in many flavors

Kiwi allergy

Kiwi allergy is not commonly reported, but it can cause adverse reactions.  Hypersensitivity reactions to other fruits are commonly reported, particularly fruits in the birch tree family: apple, hazelnut, carrot and potato, these may be symptoms of oral allergy syndrome.  Kiwi is also known as a Chinese gooseberry. Kiwi has a slightly acidic flavor that […]

Filed Under: Blog, Food allergy

March 15, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Ana o 3 IgE in diagnosing Cashew Nut Allergy

Ana o 3

Cashew nut allergy is on the rise, Ana o 3 IgE seems to be the best single test to diagnose cashew allergy. Cashew nut belongs to the Anacardiaceae family, along with pistachio nut and mango. Cashew and pistachio nut cross-react both in IgE testing and clinically. Cashew nut is typically consumed as a snack and […]

Filed Under: Anaphylaxis, Blog, Food allergy

March 13, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Does Expired Albuterol work?

expired albuterol

Does expired albuterol work?  Expiration dates of pharmaceutical products are important to know. They are based on stability studies conducted by manufacturers. Expiration dates imply that the medications no longer retain their potency and should be discarded once its reached, but in facts, the post expiration residual drug strength is usually undetermined.  In fact in […]

Filed Under: Allergy Medicine, Asthma, Blog

March 8, 2022 by Alan Khadavi

Itepekimab in Asthma and COPD

itepekimab for asthma

Itepekimab is an anti-Il-33 monoclonal. Il-33 is an epithelium-derived cytokine that promotes Th2 immune responses in response to cellular damage with roles in asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). Two randomized controlled clinical trials were performed assessing the efficacy of Itepekimab in asthma and COPD. After identifying the asthma associated variants in the genes […]

Filed Under: Asthma, biologics, Blog

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Latest Posts

May 24, 2022

Lirentelimab study for Chronic Urticaria (Hives)

lirentelimab

May 24, 2022

Dupixent for EoE (Eosinophilic Esophagitis); FDA approved and New Dosing

dupixent for eoe

April 30, 2022

What are the best foods for Asthma?

best foods for asthma

April 26, 2022

Best Nasal Polyps Treatment

best nasal polyps treatment

April 19, 2022

Fasenra for Nasal Polyps, a new treatment option

fasenra for nasal polyps

April 19, 2022

Asivatrep a new topical treatment for Eczema

asivatrep cream

April 3, 2022

Kiwi Allergy can come in many flavors

Kiwi allergy

March 15, 2022

Ana o 3 IgE in diagnosing Cashew Nut Allergy

Ana o 3

March 13, 2022

Does Expired Albuterol work?

expired albuterol

March 8, 2022

Itepekimab in Asthma and COPD

itepekimab for asthma

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