Peanut allergen powder

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Peanut Allergen Powder

Peanut allergen powder is a form of allergen immunotherapy used to treat peanut allergy. It is a type of oral immunotherapy that involves the administration of small, gradually increasing amounts of peanut protein to patients with peanut allergies. The goal of this treatment is to desensitize the immune system to peanut proteins, thereby reducing the risk of severe allergic reactions.

Mechanism of Action[edit | edit source]

Peanut allergen powder works by gradually exposing the immune system to peanut protein. This exposure helps to desensitize the immune system, reducing its overreaction to peanut proteins. Over time, this can lead to a decrease in the severity of allergic reactions to peanuts.

Uses[edit | edit source]

Peanut allergen powder is used in the treatment of peanut allergies. It is typically used in individuals who have a confirmed diagnosis of peanut allergy and are at risk of severe allergic reactions. The treatment is intended to reduce the risk of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, in individuals with peanut allergies.

Side Effects[edit | edit source]

Like all medications, peanut allergen powder can cause side effects. The most common side effects include stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, itching, and hives. In rare cases, peanut allergen powder can cause severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.

Contraindications[edit | edit source]

Peanut allergen powder should not be used in individuals with uncontrolled asthma or other conditions that increase the risk of severe allergic reactions. It should also not be used in individuals who have had a severe allergic reaction to peanut allergen powder in the past.

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