Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during therapy with cromolyn sodium nasal.
Cromolyn sodium nasal is in the FDA pregnancy B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not use cromolyn sodium nasal without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether cromolyn sodium nasal passes into breast milk. Do not use cromolyn sodium nasal without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Cromolyn sodium nasal is not approved for use in children younger than 6 years of age.
Use cromolyn sodium nasal spray exactly as directed by your doctor. Read the information insert included with your inhaler. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Shake the inhaler well before each dose.
If your nose is congested, try to clear it before using your inhaler to be sure that the medicine gets into your nasal passages. If you are also using a decongestant, use it before using cromolyn sodium nasal to open up your nasal passages. However, do not use a decongestant spray unless your doctor approves.
Do not use more of this medication than prescribed for you. It may take a few weeks to see the effects of cromolyn sodium nasal. Never use more than six sprays in each nostril in 1 day. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
Store cromolyn sodium nasal at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next
regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use the next one as directed.
Serious side effects are not expected with this medication. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use cromolyn sodium nasal and talk to your doctor if you experience
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stinging or burning of the nose,
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headache,
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bad taste,
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runny nose or postnasal drip, or
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a rash.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Too much may cause serious side effects.
Use cromolyn sodium nasal on a regular basis for best results. It may take several weeks to get the maximum effect of this medication.
Avoid items or activities that you know are allergens for you if they make your symptoms worse. Clean areas where dust or pet fur may aggravate your condition.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor about any other drugs you are taking. Other oral or inhaled steroids may increase the chance of side effects or overdose.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with cromolyn sodium nasal. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
An overdose of this medication is not likely to occur. Call an emergency room or poison control center near you if you think an overdose has occurred.