Odactra

Generic name:house dust mite allergen extract
Drug class:Allergenics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on May 13, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Odactra?

Odactra contains allergen extract from common household dust mites. Dust mite allergies can trigger breathing problems or skin reactions.

Odactra is used to help your body develop an immunity to dust mites, and reduce symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and eye redness. This medicine is for use in adults up to age 65.

Odactra may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use this medicine if you have uncontrolled asthma, or if you have a history of allergic reaction to an allergen or pollen extract medicine, or an allergic reaction that affected your esophagus.

You may not be able to use Odactra if you have breathing problems, heart disease, or high blood pressure, or if you use certain medicines.

Odactra may cause a severe allergic reaction. Your doctor will give you the first dose and watch you closely to make sure you do not have a reaction.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Odactra if you've had an allergic reaction to similar allergen or pollen extract medicines, or if:

• you have severe or uncontrolled asthma;

• you have had an allergic reaction that affected your esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth and stomach) and caused heartburn or trouble swallowing; or

• you are younger than 18 years or older ...