| Cromolyn Sodium (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
|---|---|
| Dosing | 1 or 2 drops 4 to 6 times daily at regular intervals. |
| Chem Specs | cromolyn sodium 4.0% |
| Quantities | 10, 15ml |
| Cost | 38.35/10ml generic |
| Class | First generation mast cell stabilizer. |
| Action | Mast cell membrane stabilized by preventing calcium influx. |
| Usage | Indicated in the treatment of VKC, vernal conjunctivitis, and vernal keratitis. |
| Initiate treatment a week or two prior to anticipated exposure. | |
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to cromolyn sodium or to any of the other ingredients. |
| Pediatric use | > age 4 |
| Pregnancy | Category B. Adverse fetal effects only at parenteral doses that produced maternal toxicity. |
| Consider a combination antihistamine / mast cell stabilizer. |