Mepolizumab
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Mepolizumab Overview
Mepolizumab (proposed trade name Bosatria) is a humanized monoclonal antibody that recognizes interleukin-5 (IL-5), and is used to treat certain kinds of asthma and white blood cell diseases. Recent studies have concluded that mepolizumab may improve exacerbations in patients with severe eosinophilic asthma, an adult-onset asthma which represents less than 5% of all asthma. IL-5 is a chemical messenger in the immune system that stimulates the growth of eosinophils. In eosinophilic asthma, eosino ... Read more Mepolizumab DetailsDetails May Include Instructions, Side Effects, Interactions, Etc.
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Hypereosinophilic syndrome treatment
I have had HES for 12 years and want to trial Mepolizumab. My specialist has been unable to get me on a trial. What avenues do I have?
Thursday, 4/19/2012 9:04:27 PM 2 Replies Subscribe to thread 228736
I have had HES for 12 years and want to trial Mepolizumab. My specialist has been unable to get me on a trial. What avenues do I have?
Thursday, 4/19/2012 9:04:27 PM 2 Replies Subscribe to thread 228736
