What is the most important information I should know about cromium sodium oral?
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 2 years old without the advice of
a doctor.
It is important to use cromolyn sodium regularly to get the most benefit. Get your
prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 or 3 weeks of taking
this medicine.
What is cromolyn sodium oral?
Cromolyn sodium is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by preventing the release
of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cromolyn sodium oral is used to treat the symptoms of a condition called
mastocytosis, which can cause
diarrhea,
vomiting, headaches,
stomach pain,
itchy skin, and
flushing (warmth or redness under the skin).
Cromolyn sodium oral may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking cromolyn sodium oral?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to cromolyn.
Before using cromolyn sodium, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you
have:
If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use
cromolyn sodium, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.
FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an
unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are
pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether cromolyn sodium passes into breast milk or if it could harm a
nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are
breast-feeding a
baby.
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 2 years old without the advice of
a doctor.
How should I take cromolyn sodium oral?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in
larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on
your prescription label.
This medicine is usually taken four times daily, before meals and at bedtime. Follow your
doctor's instructions.
To use the cromolyn sodium oral solution (liquid), break open the ampule and squeeze the
liquid into a glass of water. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away.
It is important to use cromolyn sodium regularly to get the most benefit. Get your
prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 or 3 weeks of taking
this medicine.
Store cromolyn sodium at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Keep the amplues in their foil pouch until you are ready to use the medicine.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
What should I avoid while taking cromolyn sodium oral?
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while using cromolyn sodium
unless your doctor has told you otherwise.
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