On-demand treatment with oral sebetralstat is effective for controlling swelling attacks in people with hereditary angioedema (HAE) who are on long-term preventive treatment, an interim analysis from a clinical trial shows. The findings were presented this month at the Western Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (WSAAI) 2025…
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The European Commission has approved Andembry (garadacimab) as a monthly treatment for preventing swelling attacks in people with hereditary angioedema (HAE), ages 12 and older. The decision, which is consistent with a recommendation issued by a European Medicines Agency committee last year, is valid in all countries…
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Angioedema is the formal medical term for swelling under the skin. It usually occurs as part of an allergic reaction, but has forms that are not due to allergies.
Acute angioedema often occurs as part of an allergic reaction to various allergens or triggers. These can include certain foods, insect bites or stings, medications, and natural rubber products like latex.
Angioedema and hives often occur at the same time. However, angioedema causes large, thick welts which may not be itchy, whereas hives are smaller and usually itchy.
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