What is the most important information I should know about cromolyn sodium inhalation?
Cromolyn sodium inhalation will not stop an asthma attack that has already started. It is
used to prevent attacks.
Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Too much may cause
serious side effects.
Use cromolyn sodium inhalation on a regular basis for best results. It may be several weeks
before you see the effects.
It is very important that you use your cromolyn sodium inhaler properly, so that the medicine
gets into your lungs. You doctor may want you to use a spacer with your inhaler. Talk to your
doctor about proper inhaler use.
Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than your usual or more than the
maximum amount of an asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication
could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.
What is cromolyn sodium inhalation?
Cromolyn sodium is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by preventing the release of
substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cromolyn sodium is used as an inhalant to prevent asthma attacks and other conditions
involving inflammation of the lung tissues.
Cromolyn sodium inhalation may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking cromolyn sodium inhalation?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart
disease, or any other serious illness. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during
therapy with cromolyn sodium inhalation.
Cromolyn sodium inhalation is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is
unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not use cromolyn sodium inhalation without first talking to
your doctor if you are
pregnant.
It is not known whether cromolyn sodium passes into breast milk. Do not use cromolyn
sodium inhalation without first talking to your doctor if you are
breast-feeding a baby.
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