Oral Glucocorticoid-Sparing Effect of Benralizumab in Severe Asthma.

Author: , BarkerPeter, BourdinArnaud, GoldmanMitchell, KunaPiotr, LugogoNjira L, NairParameswaran, PonnarambilSandhia, RabeKlaus F, SprouleStephanie, WenzelSally

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Many patients with severe asthma rely on oral glucocorticoids to manage their disease. We investigated whether benralizumab, a monoclonal antibody directed against the alpha subunit of the interleukin-5 receptor that significantly reduces the incidence of asthma exacerbations, was also effective as ...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa1703501

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Benralizumab: A Potential Game-Changer for Severe Asthma?

The world of asthma research is a vast desert, and we're constantly searching for new oases of hope for those suffering from this debilitating condition. This study, published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, focuses on severe asthma, a particularly challenging form of the disease. Researchers are exploring the use of benralizumab, a monoclonal antibody that targets a specific protein involved in asthma inflammation, as a potential oral glucocorticoid-sparing therapy. This means it could help patients reduce their reliance on oral steroids, which often come with unwanted side effects.

Benralizumab Shows Promise in Reducing Glucocorticoid Use

The study's findings are quite encouraging! Benralizumab was shown to be effective in reducing the frequency of asthma exacerbations in patients with severe asthma. This suggests that it could help these individuals manage their condition more effectively and with fewer side effects.

A Glimpse of Hope for the Asthma Desert

This research is a ray of hope in the vast desert of severe asthma research. If further studies confirm these findings, benralizumab could offer a new and safer option for patients struggling with this condition. However, it's important to remember that we're still exploring this treatment, and more research is needed before it becomes widely available.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research reminds us that even in the most challenging medical landscapes, there is always hope for new treatments. Like a camel traversing the desert, researchers persevere in their search for solutions, and benralizumab shows promise as a potential oasis for patients with severe asthma.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2017-06-29
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28530840

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1056/NEJMoa1703501

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