IgE 265

Is this low, medium or high?

How does this compare with people put on Xolair?

Thanks!

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Hi Koala

265 is fairly high but it might qualify you for Xolair, I was put onto Xolair when my IgE was between 90-180. The manufacturer has its own dosage guide here gene.com/download/pdf/xolai... on page 4.

Depending on your weight you would qualify for a dose every 4 weeks. But NICE who designate treatment for the NHS have their own guidelines regarding suitability as it's a very expensive drug. It didn't work for me but if you check out the Asthma UK site there's plenty on there about other treatments.

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Thanks that’s really helpful.

I’m currently 61kg but I was 55kg before the pandemic.

The consultant mentioned Biologics in the appointment and letter, but didn’t say which one. Considering I’ve got loads of allergies I suppose it’d be Xolair. It’s because Seretide has totally suppressed my adrenals etc.

Sorry to hear it didn’t work for you; I hope you find another medication that does.

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thank you - it depends which one you get - it may depend on IgE, which is Xolair, or eosinophil levels which I think the others treat rest. I have the same issue regarding adrenal suppression so I sympathise. My eosinophil levels aren't bad enough for any of the others so I don't know what the plan is yet, awaiting my appointment next week with interest!

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Do let me know how it goes. Good luck in the appointment!