atopic

American

[ay-top-ik, uh-top-] / eɪˈtɒp ɪk, əˈtɒp- /

adjective

of or relating to atopy.
ectopic.

atopic British

/ əˈtɒpɪk /

adjective

immunol of or relating to hereditary hypersensitivity to certain allergens

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Etymology

Origin of atopic

First recorded in 1920–25; atop(y) + -ic

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AbbVie said Apogee’s pipeline assets represent mega-blockbuster collective peak sales potential, with zumilokibart in atopic dermatitis representing the most substantial component of the deal value.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026

If approved, the drug would compete with Dupixent, an IL-4 and IL-13 inhibitor that is used to treat numerous inflammatory conditions like atopic dermatitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 20, 2026

The team then created a chronic itch condition in mice that resembled atopic dermatitis.

From Science Daily ● May 10, 2026

Shares have climbed around 150% this year after rezpegaldesleukin also showed positive results for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.

From Barron's ● Apr. 20, 2026

Sanofi says amlitelimab continues to have potential to be a meaningful and convenient option for patients with atopic dermatitis, or eczema.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 30, 2026

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