Sublingual Immunotherapy
舌下免疫治疗
Duration
3-5 years for full course
Recovery
Improvement within 3-6 months; full benefit at 1-2 years
Savings
~82% vs US
Average savings compared to US prices
Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) using allergen drops or tablets for allergic rhinitis and mild asthma treatment. China has developed domestically produced SLIT products for dust mite allergy with proven efficacy in large clinical trials. This needle-free approach is particularly suitable for children and patients who prefer home-based treatment over clinic-based injections.
Allergy Confirmation
Skin prick testing and specific IgE to confirm dust mite or pollen sensitization and clinical correlation
Duration: 1 dayTreatment Initiation
First dose administered in clinic with 30-minute observation period for safety
Duration: 1 hourHome Administration
Daily sublingual drops or tablets self-administered at home with dose escalation schedule
Duration: Daily for 3-5 yearsEfficacy Monitoring
Regular clinic follow-ups to assess symptom improvement and medication reduction
Duration: Every 3-6 months- Needle-free treatment suitable for children and needle-phobic patients
- Convenient home-based daily administration
- Chinese-developed products with strong clinical evidence
- Disease-modifying benefits similar to injection immunotherapy
- Oral itching and swelling (common but mild)
- Less robust evidence for some allergens compared to injections
- Compliance challenges with daily dosing over years
- Rare systemic reactions (lower risk than injection immunotherapy)
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.