Abstract

AGAR MUNOZ, Ana María  and  GALVAN CALLE, César Alberto. Application of biologicals in patients with food allergies. Rev. alerg. Méx. [online]. 2023, vol.70, n.4, pp.297-299.  Epub Apr 29, 2024. ISSN 2448-9190.  https://doi.org/10.29262/ram.v70i4.1340.

Despite promising advancements in oral immunotherapy for food allergies, medical implementation faces limitations. Non-specific treatment options based on inhibiting the type 2 inflammatory pathway, including monoclonal antibodies, are under investigation. TNX-901 and omalizumab have demonstrated increased reaction thresholds, reducing adverse events in peanut-allergic patients. Dupilumab, blocking the IL-4 receptor, shows positive results in both food allergies and eosinophilic esophagitis. Antibodies against alarmins and anti-IL-5, such as etokimab and mepolizumab, have proven efficacy in preclinical studies and clinical trials. While further studies are needed to establish their practical clinical use and determine suitability for different types of food allergies, these monoclonal antibodies present a promising horizon for the treatment of such conditions.

Keywords : Food allergy; Oral immunotherapy; Monoclonal antibodies; TNX-901; Omalizumab; Dupilumab; Etokimab; Mepolizumab.