Cromolyn Sodium (cromolyn sodium)
Nasal Mast Cell Stabilizers Nasal Aerosol, Spray With Pump (ML)
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Overview
Cromolyn sodium has been described as a mast-cell stabilizer.
USES: This medication is used to prevent allergic symptoms in the nose. It reduces stuffy/runny nose, mucus dripping into the back of the throat, itching, and sneezing caused by seasonal allergies (hay fever) and other allergens (such as dust mites, pet dander). This medication is not an antihistamine and does not provide immediate relief from allergic symptoms.
It should be used before contact with the allergen. Cromolyn is known as a mast cell stabilizer. It works by preventing the release of certain natural substances (histamine, SRS-A) made by the body that cause allergy symptoms.
Do not use this medication to treat sinus infection, asthma, or cold symptoms.
Generic name: cromolyn sodium
Pronunciation: (CROW-mow-lin)
Drug class: Nasal Mast Cell Stabilizers
Therapeutic class: Respiratory Therapy Agents
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Cromolyn Sodium:
- Allergic Rhinitis
Dosing
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Cromolyn sodium is administered intranasally or topically onto the eye. Cromolyn sodium nasal solution is intended for intranasal use only. Proper administration of cromolyn sodium is necessary to obtain optimum results, and it is important that the patient receive careful instruction about the particular dosage form employed.
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Cromolyn Sodium Nasal Spray | Maintenance | Spray 1 spray in each nostril by intranasal route 3 times per day. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Cromolyn Sodium Nasal Spray | Maintenance | Spray 1 spray in each nostril by intranasal route 3 times per day. |
Drug interactions
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There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
There are no severe interactions for this drug.
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
- Kidney disease with reduction in glomerular filtration rate (GFr)
- Nasal polyp
Adverse reactions
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Rare or Very Rare
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Contact dermatitis
- Dyspnea
- Epistaxis
- Pruritus of skin
- Skin rash
- Urticaria
More Frequent
- Nasal pain
- Nasal passage irritation
Less Frequent
- Sinusitis
Precautions
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In animal studies, cromolyn sodium has produced adverse effects on the fetus only in very high parenteral doses also associated with maternal toxicity. Healthy infants have been born to women who received cromolyn sodium throughout pregnancy; nevertheless, there is insufficient evidence to establish the safety of cromolyn sodium in pregnancy. Cromolyn sodium should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. Pregnant women should consult their clinician prior to initiation of therapy with cromolyn sodium nasal spray.
Since it is not known if cromolyn is distributed into milk in humans, the drug should be used with caution in nursing women. Nursing women should consult their clinician prior to initiation of therapy with cromolyn sodium nasal spray.
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Allergic rhinitis | ||
| J30.1 | ICD10CM | Allergic rhinitis due to pollen |
| J30.2 | ICD10CM | Other seasonal allergic rhinitis |
| J30.5 | ICD10CM | Allergic rhinitis due to food |
| J30.8 | ICD10CM | Other allergic rhinitis |
| J30.81 | ICD10CM | Allergic rhinitis due to animal (cat) (dog) hair and dander |
| J30.89 | ICD10CM | Other allergic rhinitis |
| J30.9 | ICD10CM | Allergic rhinitis, unspecified |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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