XOLAIR (Omalizumab)
- Xolair is a medication for patients with poorly controlled asthma and allergies due to year-round allergens (dust mites, pet dander, or cockroach debris). Xolair blocks the Antibody that causes an allergic asthma response.
- Xolair is given as one or two subcutaneous injections (shots given under the skin), depending on the dose prescribed.
- Xolair is given every two or four weeks depending on the dose prescribed.
- After you receive a dose of Xolair, most infusion centers will monitor you for a period of time to make sure you do not have any reactions to the medication.
- The most common side effects with Xoliar are:
- Muscle aches
- Joint aches
- Fatigue
- Injection site reaction
- Severe allergic reaction (Rare)