Sublingual immunotherapy is an innovative alternative to allergy shots, for patients suffering from a wide range of allergies, that increases immunity to the allergen and reduces the allergic symptoms. This article gives a brief overview about sublingual immunotherapy. Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is an alternative approach of allergen immunotherapy, whereby allergens are administered orally and- more specifically- by the sublingual route. Often an allergist gives patient small doses of an allergen under the tongue to boost tolerance to the substance and reduce symptoms.
Administration In the case of SLIT, an allergist must first use allergy testing to confirm the patient’s sensitivities. Once the patient sensitivity to the allergen is determined, an allergen in drop form or the tablet is prescribed. The patient is directed to use it sublingually for one to two minutes and then…
