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Overview of oral immunotherapy
| Phase | Length | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Modified rush | 1 d | Minute quantities given and dose is escalated over a period of several hours (6–8 doses) |
| Build-up period | 6–9 mo | Daily doses taken at home with gradual increases performed under clinical observation every 1–2 |
| Maintenance | Months to years | Target dose of allergen consumed daily at home |
