Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)
Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) for indoor, outdoor, and food-related allergies
Targets the root cause of allergies by training your immune system over time
Convenient at-home treatment, shipped directly to you
Personalized formulas tailored to your specific allergy triggers
Clinician-guided care, prescribed and monitored by licensed Allergy Center providers
Starting at
$50/mo
Overview
Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) involves placing allergen extracts under the tongue, either as tablets or drops, to build tolerance. It offers a convenient alternative to allergy shots.
forms
tablets
description
FDA-approved tablets for specific allergens
available
Grass pollen, ragweed pollen, dust mite
dosing
Daily administration, first dose in medical setting
advantages
Standardized dosing, FDA-approved, convenient
drops
description
Customized allergen extracts in liquid form
available
Various allergens based on patient's specific sensitivities
dosing
Daily administration, typically started in medical setting
advantages
Customized to patient's specific allergies, flexible dosing
candidates
ideal
- Patients with confirmed allergies to available allergens
- Those who prefer home administration over office visits
- Patients unable to commit to regular office visits for shots
- Those with needle phobia
- Patients with good adherence to daily medications
considerations
- Must be able to hold medication under tongue for required time
- Need to avoid eating/drinking for specified time after dose
- First dose must be given in medical setting
- Regular follow-up appointments still required
adherence
importance
Critical for effectiveness - missed doses reduce benefit
requirements
- Daily administration at consistent time
- Hold under tongue for 1-2 minutes (tablets) or longer (drops)
- Avoid eating or drinking for 5-10 minutes after
- Do not swallow immediately
- Keep regular follow-up appointments
monitoring
- Regular check-ins with healthcare provider
- Tracking of symptoms and medication use
- Assessment of adherence
- Adjustment of treatment plan as needed
safety
side Effects
- Local reactions: mouth itching, throat irritation (common)
- Usually mild and resolve with continued use
- Rare systemic reactions (much less common than with shots)
precautions
- First dose in medical setting
- Have epinephrine available (especially early in treatment)
- Monitor for any adverse reactions
- Inform provider of any concerns
duration
Typically 3-5 years for optimal benefit, similar to allergy shots
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your specific needs and create a personalized treatment plan.