"Novel Drug Reduces Severe Reactions to Multiple Food Allergens"

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"Novel Drug Reduces Severe Reactions to Multiple Food Allergens"
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The FDA has expanded the approval for the drug Xolair to protect against severe allergic reactions to multiple food allergies, based on the results of a clinical trial. The drug, which was previously approved for chronic hives and allergic asthma, has shown promising results in allowing patients to tolerate small amounts of foods they are allergic to, providing an extra layer of safety for those with multiple food allergies. While not a cure, Xolair offers a sense of security for individuals with food allergies, although caution and continued avoidance of trigger foods are still recommended.

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