The Economic Times

Scientists gave mice an existing asthma drug before exposing them to peanut extract; 95% were protected from severe allergic reactions in the experiment

Researchers at Northwestern University found that the asthma drug Zileuton reduces allergic reactions in mice fed peanut extract. The study indicates that Zileuton could block the inflammation that leads to anaphylaxis. While it works in mice, clinical trials in humans are just beginning. This research highlights a new biological pathway related to food allergies and the immune response.