#56 - Biologic Therapies for Asthma

Part of the series: Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Innovations Podcast This podcast was made in partnership with Allergy & Asthma Network, with funding support from AstraZeneca. 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.  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.  What we cover in this episode: A background on how Biologic treatments work. The Biologics available for asthma - discuss who is a candidate, how they each work, how they are taken and some side effects. Omalizumab (Xolair) Mepolizumab Reslizumab Benralizumab Dupilumab Tezepelumab Helpful links: Images and graphs discussed in this episode: www.itchpodcast.com/episodes/56-asthma-biologics A look at biologics in more depth: www.biologicmeds.org More about type 2 inflammation: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/when-asthma-more-than-asthma-type-inflammation/