Also known as: Xolair
Recent research identifies hidden systemic inflammation in primary ciliary dyskinesia via oral swab and confirms asthma biologics do not increase respiratory infection risk in pediatric patients.
Two studies examined blood biomarkers for omalizumab response in chronic spontaneous urticaria. Basophil histamine content did not predict response, while higher baseline monocyte counts were linked to complete remission in a 52-patient retrospective analysis.
Novartis received EU approval for Rhapsido (remibrutinib) as the first oral targeted treatment for chronic spontaneous urticaria. Phase 3 data also showed significant efficacy in chronic inducible urticaria, with filings underway for additional indications.
Pfizer's tilrekimig met its primary endpoint in a mid-stage eczema trial and will advance to late-stage testing. Separately, oral remibrutinib demonstrated rapid efficacy in treating peanut allergy in a phase II study.
