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Various drugs are being investigated for asthma treatment. Some of these drugs have anti-inflammatory effects, which may help reduce dependence on corticosteroids. For example, etanercept (Enbrel), which blocks the inflammatory protein called tumor necrosis factor alpha, is being investigated for patients whose asthma has not responded to other drugs. The humanized monoclonal antibody daclizumab has also improved asthma control in patients with treatment-resistant asthma, as well...

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Expert & Community Posts

Alternative Therapy "Alternatives" for Nasal Allergy Control

By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert

I have found throughout my life that nasal allergies are, for the most part, little more than... Read more »

Natural, Doctor-Approved Ways to Treat Kids’ Colds Without OTC Meds

By Allison Janse , Health Expert

Thanks to the FDA, I now have a clutter-free, neatly organized medicine cabinet for the first time... Read more »

Hookworms As An Allergy Treatment -- No Thanks!

By Sloane Miller , Health Expert

Say your allergies and asthma are a constant struggle. Standard Western medicine doesn't seem to... Read more »

Three Allergy Medications That May Solve Your Runny Nose Problem

By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert

Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) affects about 30 million people in America and has increased in... Read more »

Insomnia Treatment: Get Some Exercise!

By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert

Exercise: A Nature Cure for Your Insomnia Studies have shown that exercise helps both physical and... Read more »

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Health Guide

Allergic Rhinitis: Other Treatments

Other TreatmentsFor mild allergic rhinitis, a nasal wash can be helpful for removing mucus from the nose. You can purchasea saline solution at a drug store or made one at home (one cup of warm water,... Read more »

Other Asthma Treatment for Children and Adolescents

Other TreatmentsAlternative therapies are widely used by children, adolescents, and adults with asthma. In one study, nearly half of asthma or allergy sufferers resorted to alternative treatments. To... Read more »

Impotence Natural Remedies: Herbal Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction

Natural RemediesHerbs and SupplementsGenerally, manufacturers of herbal remedies and dietary supplements do not need FDA approval to sell their products. Just like a drug, herbs and supplements can... Read more »

Weight Loss Medications, Medicines & Products

There are several different drugs used for weight loss. Unless specifically instructed by a doctor, people should use non-drug methods for losing weight. Except under rare circumstances,... Read more »

Fibromyalgia: Lifestyle Changes

Many studies have shown that exercise is the most effective component in managing fibromyalgia, and patients must expect to take part in a long-term exercise program. Physical... Read more »

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Q&A: Natural ways to ease asthma

October 03, 2008

A 44-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with asthma wants to know if there are natural remedies for the condition. Dr. Kay and Dr. Max respond... Read summary »

Herbal Medicines for Menopause?

February 24, 2009

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Treating menopausal symptoms with herbal remedies could be a waste of time and money. A new article in the Drug and Therapies... Read summary »

Breast not Best for Asthma

March 19, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- There may be lots of good reasons to breastfeed your baby, but protecting him from asthma apparently isn't one of them. A large... Read summary »

Unique Asthma Strikes Children

November 24, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research clarifies the link between a certain genetic variant and asthma in children. Although the variant has been known... Read summary »

Asthma Rates 50-Percent Higher in Those Overweight

May 16, 2007

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Here's another good reason to shed those extra pounds: Being overweight puts you at significantly higher risk for developing... Read summary »

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