FDA approves asthma drug for treating food allergies

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FDA approves asthma drug for treating food allergies

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A drug newly approved by the Food and Drug Administration to reduce the risk of allergic reactions to food could bring relief to millions across the nation. Xolair was originally approved in 2003 for the treatment of moderate to severe asthma reactions, but its approval in February has now expanded its use to those suffering from food allergies. “It is important to know that Xolair is not a treatment for food allergi…