Medications and Drugs

GENERIC NAME: CROMOLYN LIQUID - ORAL (CROW-mow-lin)

BRAND NAME(S): Gastrocrom

Medication Uses | Other Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage | Medical Alert

USES: Cromolyn is used to treat symptoms associated with mastocytosis such as diarrhea, flushing, headache, nausea and vomiting.

OTHER USES: This medication may also be used to prevent food-allergy reactions.

HOW TO USE: The medication is usually taken at least 30 minutes before meals and at bedtime as directed. It is important to take this drug at evenly spaced intervals so follow your doctor's directions carefully. Do not swallow the ampules. The contents of the ampules are used to make a solution. To make the solution, break open the ampule(s) and squeeze its liquid into a glass of water. Stir the solution well. Drink all of the solution. When mixing the solution, drink all of it immediately. Do not mix it ahead of time. This dosage form of cromolyn is not to be used for inhalation or injection.

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, gas, skin rash, itching, muscle aches, stomach pain, or headache may occur. If any of these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: mood changes, burning of the mouth or throat. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: kidney disease, liver disease, any allergies. Usage in children under 2 years old is generally not recommended but there may be exceptions. Consult the child's doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medication. It is not known if this drug is excreted into human breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.