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The FDA has approved the first drug to treat peanut allergies

A new drug called Palforzia could help curb dangerous allergic reactions in kids

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A newly approved drug offers gradually increasing amounts of peanut protein to children and teenagers to ease peanut allergies.

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By Laura Sanders

- More than 2 years ago

A safety net may soon be available to kids with peanut allergies. On January 31, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first drug aimed at peanut allergies in the United States.