Allergen-specific immunotherapy and evidence: A European regulatory perspective

Detlef Bartel, Andreas Bonertz, Diana Hartenstein, Stefan Kaul, Iris Lauer, Christina Reeb, Karen Rösner-Friese, Katja Sliva, Julia Zimmer, Stefan Vieths, and Vera Mahler. Allergologie Select. 2023; 7: 198-210. doi: 10.5414/ALX02413E.

Abstract

In this article we summarize regulatory standards and challenges based on scientific evidence on AIT. Most crucial and timely aspects concerning AIT are addressed from the regulatory perspective of the authors as employees of a national competent authority in Europe: (1) product specificity; (2) clinical efficacy; (3) treatment for adults and children (needs for extrapolation); (4) allergen exposure chambers; (5) biomarkers; (6) standardization; (7) real-world evidence; (8) independent official batch release (benefit and challenges); (9) harmonization on the EU level. The Paul-Ehrlich-Institut (PEI), the Federal Institute for Vaccines and Biomedicines, in Langen near Frankfurt/Main in Germany, examines and evaluates the benefits and risks of AIT products within the course of clinical development, marketing authorization, and subsequently throughout their entire life cycle to ensure high-quality, safe, and effective AIT products.

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