- Mechanism of Action
- A humanised monoclonal antibody directed against IL-5, a cytokine that stimulates maturation, growth and activation of eosinophils.
Clinical Use
- Indication
- Severe refractory eosinophilic asthma.
- Adverse Effects
- Injection site reactions
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Myalgias
- Fatigue
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