An experimental patch aimed at reducing allergic reactions to peanuts has researchers excited about further trials, AFP reports. Phase two of testing involved monitoring three groups wearing Viaskin Peanut patches that dispensed different doses of peanut protein while a fourth group wore a placebo. The highest dosage of the protein helped half the patients; the placebo helped one quarter.
The sample size of the treatment groups was described by its lead, Hugh Sampson of Mount Sinai, as "relatively small," and a phase three will explore further responses to the highest dose patch.
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