About allergen extract mites maintenance
Sublingual allergen immunotherapy
Used for
- Allergy immunotherapy for house dust mite allergic rhinitis, with or without conjunctivitis.
- May help reduce symptoms and reliance on allergy medicines over time.
Usual adult dose
Usually one dose daily under the tongue, following the product’s step-up schedule and prescribed maintenance dose.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 5 years and older, dosing is prescribed individually and follows the product’s step-up schedule.
Common side effects
- Mouth or throat itching, swelling, or irritation
- Ear itching or stomach discomfort
- Nausea or abdominal pain
- Rarely, a severe allergic reaction
Important warnings
- First dose is generally taken under medical supervision.
- Stop treatment and seek urgent care for breathing difficulty or severe swelling.
- Use only for confirmed mite allergy; follow the prescribed schedule.
- Tell the prescriber about asthma, mouth inflammation, or planned dental surgery.
Pregnancy
Starting treatment during pregnancy is generally avoided; continuing established treatment requires clinician review.
Breastfeeding
Available information is limited; ask a clinician to assess treatment during breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other allergen immunotherapy may increase allergic reaction risk.
- Medicines that affect allergy reactions, including beta-blockers, may complicate emergency treatment.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.