Nasalcrom
- Generic Name: cromolyn sodium
- Brand Name: Nasalcrom
- Drug Class: Mast Cell Stabilizers
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Drug Description
NASALCROM
(cromolyn sodium) Spray, Metered
DESCRIPTION
Active ingredient (per spray) Cromolyn sodium 5.2mg
Indications & Dosage
INDICATIONS
Purpose
Nasal allergy symptom controller
Uses
to prevent and relieve nasal symptoms of hay fever and other nasal allergies:
- runny/itchy nose
- sneezing
- allergic stuffy nose
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Directions
see package insert on how to use pump
- parent or care provider must supervise the use of this product by young children
- adults and children 2 years and older:
- spray once into each nostril. Repeat 3-4 times a day (every 4-6 hours). If needed, may be used up to
6 times a day.
- use every day while in contact with the cause of your allergies (pollen, molds, pets, and dust)
- to prevent nasal allergy symptoms, use before contact with the cause of your allergies. For best
results, start using up to one week before contact.
- if desired, you can use this product with other medicines, including other allergy medicines.
- children under 2 years: Do not use unless directed by a doctor
HOW SUPPLIED
Other information
- store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- protect from light
- keep carton and package insert. They contain important instructions.
- do not use if imprinted plastic bottle wrap is broken or missing
- see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
benzalkonium chloride, edetate disodium, purified water
Questions or comments?
call 1-877-9-ALLERGY (1-877-925-5374)
Prestige Brands Holdings , Inc. Revised: Feb 2013
Side Effects & Drug Interactions
SIDE EFFECTS
No information provided.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
No information provided.
Warnings & Precautions
WARNINGS
Do not use
- if you are allergic to any of the ingredients
Ask a doctor before use if you have
When using this product
- it may take several days of use to notice an effect. Your best effect may not be seen for 1 to 2 weeks.
- brief stinging or sneezing may occur right after use
- do not use it to treat sinus infection, asthma, or cold symptoms
- do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- shortness of breath, wheezing, or chest tightness occurs
- hives or swelling of the mouth or throat occurs
- your symptoms worsen
- you have new symptoms
- your symptoms do not begin to improve within two weeks
- you need to use for more than 12 weeks
If pregnant or breas t-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
PRECAUTIONS
See WARNINGS Section above
Overdosage & Contraindications
OVERDOSE
No information provided.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
No information provided.
Clinical Pharmacology
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
No information provided.
Medication Guide
PATIENT INFORMATION
No information provided. Please refer to the WARNINGS sections.