Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]

Question 1

What is the drug class for Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 1

Nasal Spray: Mast Cell Stabilizer

Question 2

What is the MOA for Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 2

Stabilizes mast cell membrane so mediators (histamine, leukotrienes, etc) not released

Question 3

What are the indications for Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 3

Allergic rhinitis

Question 4

What are the common side effects/ADRs for Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 4

Local stinging, burning, unpleasant taste, sneezing; occasional epistaxis

Question 5

What are the contraindications for Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 5

Hypersensitivity

Question 6

What are the common drug interactions for Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 6

None

Question 7

How should you monitor Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 7

Symptom improvement, Epistaxis

Question 8

What are additional comments regarding Cromolyn Sodium [Nasalcrom]?

Answer 8

Admin 4 times daily; 3-14 days delay onset; OK in Peds and PG; also an inhalation form for asthma and an ophthalmic form for allergies Good for kids and pregnant women not as much for adults