Benralizumab (Fasenra) for Eosinophilic Asthma Treatment

A monoclonal antibody that targets the IL-5 receptor on eosinophils and is used for severe eosinophilic asthma.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Available by prescription, through hospitals and specialty care
Active ingredient
Benralizumab
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Benralizumab (Fasenra) FAQ

What is benralizumab (Fasenra®)?

Benralizumab (Fasenra®) as add-on maintenance treatment in adult patients with severe eosinophilic asthma inadequately controlled despite high-dose inhaled corticosteroids plus long-acting beta-agonists (June 2019) There can be variation in the licensing of different medicines containing the same drug.

How does benralizumab work?

Benralizumab works by reducing levels of eosinophils, a certain type of white blood cell that may contribute to the symptoms of asthma. Fasenra injection is a prescription medicine used together with other asthma medicines to help control severe asthma in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

How does fesenra (benralizumab) work?

How does Fesenra work? Fasenra ( benralizumab) is used for the treatment of severe eosinophilic asthma in patients who are 12 years old or older. It is an add-on maintenance treatment, which means it is used on an ongoing basis alongside other treatments to control asthma. It is not a rescue medication.

What is the target of benralizumab?

The target of benralizumab is a protein called interleukin-5 receptor, which is found particularly on a type of white blood cell called an eosinophil. What Fasenra is used for Fasenra is used to treat severe eosinophilic asthma in adults. Eosinophilic asthma is a type of asthma where patients have too many eosinophils in the blood or lungs.

Does benralizumab (Fasenra®) treat severe eosinophilic asthma?

Benralizumab for treating severe eosinophilic asthma (updated September 2019) Benralizumab (Fasenra®) as add-on maintenance treatment in adult patients with severe eosinophilic asthma inadequately controlled despite high-dose inhaled corticosteroids plus long-acting beta-agonists (June 2019)

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