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Current therapeutical strategies for allergic rhinitis
Ludger Klimek1, Annette Sperl1, Sven Becker2
1a Center for Rhinology and Allergology , Wiesbaden , Germany.
Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy
|November 16, 2018
Summary
Allergic rhinitis treatments include pharmacotherapy and allergen immunotherapy. While nasal glucocorticosteroids (GCSs) and antihistamines are effective, new combination therapies and targeted treatments show promise for improved patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Allergy and Immunology
- Otorhinolaryngology
Background:
- Allergic rhinitis is a prevalent condition often linked with asthma and atopic dermatitis.
- Effective management is crucial, especially when allergen avoidance is not feasible.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current therapeutic strategies for allergic rhinitis.
- To explore future treatment directions, including novel drug formulations and immunotherapies.
Main Methods:
- Review of pharmacotherapies: mast cell stabilizers, antihistamines, glucocorticosteroids (GCSs), leukotriene receptor antagonists, and decongestants.
- Discussion of allergen immunotherapy (AIT) and its combination with monoclonal antibodies.
- Evaluation of a new combination spray (MP29-02) containing fluticasone propionate and azelastine.
Main Results:
- Nasal GCSs and non-sedating antihistamines are considered first-line treatments.
- The MP29-02 formulation demonstrated superior efficacy compared to monotherapies.
- Allergen immunotherapy, alone or combined with monoclonal antibodies, is a key causal treatment.
Conclusions:
- Despite available treatments, many patients experience unsatisfactory results.
- Individualized, targeted therapies based on endotyping are the future goal for allergic rhinitis management.
- Combination therapies and advanced immunotherapies offer improved treatment options.
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