Adverse Events and Labeling Issues Related to Suspected Sesame Allergy Reported in an Online Survey

Background: Allergen avoidance is critical for those with IgE-mediated food allergy (FA) but can only be successful with accurate product information. While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) maintains the Center for Food Safety and Nutrition (CFSAN) Adverse Event Reporting System (CAERS) to collect adverse event (AE) reports related to foods, there is significant under-reporting and information regarding product labeling issues is limited.Objective: The purpose of this study was to describe allergic reactions associated with accidental oral exposure to sesame and the role of product labeling.
Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Source Type: research