Cromolyn Sodium (cromolyn sodium)
Ophthalmic Antiallergic Agents Ophthalmic (EYE) Drops
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Cromolyn sodium has been described as a mast-cell stabilizer.
USES: This medication is used to treat certain allergic eye conditions (vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, vernal keratitis). It prevents itching of the eyes that can occur with these conditions. Cromolyn is known as a mast cell stabilizer.
It works by blocking certain natural substances (histamine, SRS-A) that cause allergic symptoms.
Generic name: cromolyn sodium
Pronunciation: (CROW-mow-lin)
Drug class: Ophthalmic Antiallergic Agents
Therapeutic class: Ophthalmic Agents
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Cromolyn Sodium:
- Vernal Conjunctivitis
- Vernal Keratitis
- Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
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 4% Eye Drops | Maintenance | Instill 1 drop into affected eye(s) by ophthalmic route 4 times per day. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Cromolyn 4% Eye Drops | Maintenance | Instill 1 drop into affected eye(s) by ophthalmic route 4 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 contraindication contraindications for this drug.
There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
- No disease contraindications
Adverse reactions
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Rare or Very Rare
- Chemosis
- Contact dermatitis
More Frequent
- Ocular irritation
- Ocular pain
Rare or Very Rare
- Dry eye
- Dyspnea
- Ocular inflammation
- Ocular itching
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vernal conjunctivitis | ||
| H10.44 | ICD10CM | Vernal conjunctivitis |
| H16.26 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement |
| H16.261 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, right eye |
| H16.262 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, left eye |
| H16.263 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, bilateral |
| H16.269 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye |
| Vernal keratitis | ||
| H10.44 | ICD10CM | Vernal conjunctivitis |
| H16.26 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement |
| H16.261 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, right eye |
| H16.262 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, left eye |
| H16.263 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, bilateral |
| H16.269 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye |
| Vernal keratoconjunctivitis | ||
| H10.44 | ICD10CM | Vernal conjunctivitis |
| H16.26 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement |
| H16.261 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, right eye |
| H16.262 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, left eye |
| H16.263 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, bilateral |
| H16.269 | ICD10CM | Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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