Benralizumab and Dexamethasone interaction
Benralizumab and Dexamethasone: the Benralizumab prescribing label describes an interaction that usually calls for monitoring, a dose change, or spacing the doses.
Usually manageable with monitoring or a dose change. Tell your pharmacist you take both.
What the FDA labels say
From the Benralizumab (FASENRA) label · effective 2026-05-13
• Reduction in Corticosteroid Dosage: Do not discontinue systemic or inhaled corticosteroids abruptly upon initiation of therapy with FASENRA.
Decrease corticosteroids gradually, if appropriate.
Reduction of Corticosteroid Dosage Do not discontinue systemic or inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) abruptly upon initiation of therapy with FASENRA.
Reductions in corticosteroid dose, if appropriate, should be gradual and performed under the direct supervision of a physician.
Reduction in corticosteroid dose may be associated with systemic withdrawal symptoms and/or unmask conditions previously suppressed by systemic corticosteroid therapy.
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