Biologics: A Targeted Treatment Option for Severe Asthma and Allergies

For many people, managing asthma or allergies involves a combination of medications like inhalers, antihistamines, or nasal sprays. While these treatments work for mild to moderate cases, some patients continue to experience symptoms that interfere with daily life. For those individuals, biologic therapies offer a new level of relief.

At Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group, we provide FDA-approved biologics that target the immune system directly, helping patients who struggle with severe asthma, eczema, hives, and other difficult-to-control conditions.

What Are Biologics?

Biologics are advanced medications made from living cells. Unlike traditional drugs, which often work by treating symptoms, biologics target the underlying processes in the immune system that trigger inflammation and allergic responses.

By interfering with specific pathways in the immune system, biologics reduce the severity and frequency of symptoms in conditions like:

• Severe allergic asthma
• Chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives)
• Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
• Eosinophilic asthma

Types of Biologics Available

At Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group, we offer several biologic therapies, each designed for different needs:

• DUPIXENT: Helps manage eczema and chronic inflammation with convenient self-administered injections.
• NUCALA: Targets eosinophilic asthma to prevent severe attacks when used alongside other asthma medications.
• XOLAIR: Effective for both severe allergic asthma and chronic hives in children and adults.
• CINQAIR: An add-on asthma treatment for adults with elevated eosinophil levels.
• FASENRA: Reduces eosinophil activity to improve lung function and decrease asthma flare-ups.

Each biologic is prescribed based on the patient’s specific diagnosis, history, and response to other treatments.

Benefits of Biologic Therapy

Biologics can transform life for patients with severe asthma or allergies by:

• Reducing the frequency of asthma attacks
• Improving lung function and breathing capacity
• Minimizing skin flare-ups from eczema
• Controlling chronic hives unresponsive to antihistamines
• Reducing hospital visits and reliance on oral steroids

For many, these treatments offer a significant improvement in quality of life.

Who Is a Candidate for Biologics?

Not everyone needs biologic therapy. These treatments are typically recommended when:

• Standard medications do not provide enough relief
• Symptoms remain severe despite adherence to treatment
• Patients experience side effects from other medications
• Conditions significantly impact daily life or work

A board-certified allergist at Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group can perform the necessary evaluations, including testing and reviewing your medical history, to determine if biologics are right for you.

Why Work with a Specialist?

Because biologics target the immune system, they require expert management and monitoring. At Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group, our physicians provide personalized care by:

• Identifying the right biologic for your condition
• Administering or training patients on injections safely
• Monitoring treatment effectiveness over time
• Adjusting care plans as symptoms improve

This specialized approach ensures patients receive maximum benefit with minimal risk.

Taking Control of Severe Asthma and Allergies

Living with severe asthma or allergies can be exhausting, especially when traditional treatments don’t provide enough relief. Biologics represent a breakthrough in targeted care, helping patients breathe easier, feel more comfortable, and reclaim their daily lives.

Contact Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group at 805-658-9500 today to schedule a consultation and learn whether biologic therapy could be the right option for you.