| abstract |
The present invention provides a method, an article, and a kit for desensitizing allergy via the oral mucosa. A gel composition for reducing the sensitivity of a subject to one or more allergens and reducing allergic symptoms, wherein the composition comprises one or more allergens associated with the allergy. Yes, for application in the oral cavity of a subject, for fixing and conforming to the vestibular mucosal surface of the oral cavity. A gel composition that is applied to the surface of the vestibular mucosa just before going to bed. A gel composition formulated as a gel plug, wherein the gel plug is designed to fit into any of a plurality of indentations in the vestibular region. A gel composition wherein the allergen is a food allergen and the allergen is selected from peanuts, nuts, eggs, milk, crustaceans, fish, wheat, soy and their derivatives. [Selection figure] None |