Actualización en el tratamiento de la urticaria crónica

摘要: Update on the Treatment of Chronic Urticaria Abstract spontaneous urticaria, also known as chronic idiopathic urticaria or simply is a common disorder that has prevalence in general population ranges between 0.5% and 1%. This condition negatively affects patient's quality life considerable impact direct indirect health-related costs. difficult to manage. Nonsedating H1 antihistamines are first line therapy, but fewer than 50% patients experience relief at recommended dosages. Although guidelines call for increasing dosage when response inadequate, some still do not achieve adequate control symptoms. New treatment alternatives, with proven efficacy under standards evidence-based medical practice, must therefore be developed.