Sodium Cromoglycate

Uses of Sodium Cromoglycate

Sodium Cromoglycate is commonly used to treat Allergic Conditions, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Eye Disease, Asthma, Conjunctivitis

How Sodium Cromoglycate Works

Sodium Cromoglycate is able to inhibit the degranulation of mast cells and prevent the release of histamine which is responsible for the allergy reaction in our body.

Side Effects of Sodium Cromoglycate

Transient stinging and burning of eyes (Eye drop), Blurred vision (Eye drop), Nausea (Oral), Skin rash (Oral), Joint pain (Oral), Mild throat irritation (Inhalation), Cough (Inhalation), Brief bronchospasm (Inhalation), Headache (Inhalation), Runny nose (Inhalation)

Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Sodium Cromoglycate is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Sodium Cromoglycate when used concomitantly.

Pregnancy Maybe Safe

Sodium Cromoglycate has to be used cautiously during the first trimester of pregnancy. Cumulative clinical data have not shown any reproductive toxicities in pregnant women. It is advisable to be used only necessary. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Sodium Cromoglycate usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

Sodium Cromoglycate is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.

Lactation Safe If Prescribed

Excretion of Sodium Cromoglycate is not known in human breast milk but it is unlikely to be excreted according to its properties. Thus, it is safe to be used during pregnancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).