Biologics are not small molecules: the case for pre-allergy testing in an era of immune-based therapies
“Once it’s in your body, there’s no taking it back.”
That’s what the infusion nurse told a friend of mine after administering the injection.
She had just started a biologic medication for an autoimmune condition. Immediately, her body reacted: nausea, then hives, then a terrifying tightening of her throat. She rushed back to the clinic. The IV steroids and Benadryl may have stopped the immediate effects, …
