Immunomodulator medications: These medications act by directly changing the behavior of the immune system. These are alosm know as biological medications.

Generic Name

Brand Name

Use

Tips

Omalizumab

Xolair

Treat allergic asthma age 12 and older

This medication is a monoclonal antibody. Xolair is injected subcutaneously every 2 to 4 weeks depending upon the prescribed dose.
Xolair has an anti-IgE effect.
IgE is the antibody that is responsible for many allergic conditions.
Xolair is used when the allergen is a perennial one such as dust mites, dog, cat or cockroach.

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