Chronic Asthma- Biologics DI Flashcards
1
Q
Biologics used in asthma treatment
A
Omalizumab
Mepolizumab
Reslizumab
Benralizumab
Dupilumab
2
Q
Biologics MoA
A
Targets IgE (omalizumab), IL-4 (dupliumab), IL-5 (mepolizumab, resilizumab, benralizumab)
3
Q
What are biologics used for in asthma treatment?
A
MAINTENANCE
4
Q
Biologics route of administration
A
SQ injection or IV infusion
5
Q
When are biologics used in GINA?
A
Step 5 as add-on therapy