Omalizumab demonstrates efficacy and safety in Chinese children under 12 with chronic urticaria: a case series

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Authors: Hui Zhao, Lei Luo, Wan-Ming Jia
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Abstract

Background Omalizumab, an anti-IgE antibody, is recommended as a second-line therapy for chronic spontaneous urticaria in patients aged ≥12 years; however, real-world evidence for its use in younger Chinese children remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate its clinical efficacy, safety, and associated characteristics of omalizumab in this underserved pediatric population under 12 years of age. Methods We conducted a retrospective analysis of 13 Chinese children (aged

Fields of Study & Subjects

Urticaria and Related Conditions Coagulation Bradykinin Polyphosphates and Angioedema Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions

Publication details

Journal / source
Frontiers in Pediatrics
Publisher
Frontiers Media SA
Volume
14
Pages
1815987–1815987
Publication date
21 April 2026
Language
EN