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Nedocromil Sodium

Prescription

Handelsnamen: ALOCRIL

Darreichungsform
Drops
Applikationsweg
OPHTHALMIC
Hersteller
Allergan, Inc.

About This Medication

DESCRIPTION ALOCRIL ® (nedocromil sodium ophthalmic solution) 2% is a clear, yellow, sterile solution for topical ophthalmic use. Nedocromil sodium is represented by the following structural formula: Chemical N ame: 4 H -Pyrano[3,2-g]quinoline-2,8-dicarboxylic acid, 9-ethyl-6,9-dihydro-4,6-dioxo-10-propyl-, disodium salt. Each mL contains: Active: Nedocromil sodium 20 mg/mL (2%); Preservative: Benzalkonium chloride 0.01%; Inactives : Edetate disodium 0.05%, purified water, and sodium chloride 0.5%. It has a pH range of 4.0 to 5.5 and an osmolality range of 270 to 330 mOsm/kg. Nedocromil sodium is represented by the following structural formula:

Wirkstoffe

Wirkstoff Stärke
Nedocromil Sodium -

Indikationen und Anwendung

INDICATIONS AND USAGE ALOCRIL ® ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

Dosierung und Verabreichung

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dosage is one or two drops in each eye twice a day. ALOCRIL ® ophthalmic solution should be used at regular intervals. Treatment should be continued throughout the period of exposure (i.e., until the pollen season is over or until exposure to the offending allergen is terminated), even when symptoms are absent.

Side Effects Overview

ADVERSE REACTIONS The most frequently reported adverse experience was headache (~40%). Ocular burning, irritation and stinging, unpleasant taste, and nasal congestion have been reported to occur in 10 – 30% of patients. Other events occurring between 1 – 10% included asthma, conjunctivitis, eye redness, photophobia, and rhinitis. Some of these events were similar to the underlying ocular disease being studied.

Kontraindikationen

Frequently Asked Questions

INDICATIONS AND USAGE ALOCRIL ® ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dosage is one or two drops in each eye twice a day. ALOCRIL ® ophthalmic solution should be used at regular intervals. Treatment should be continued throughout the period of exposure (i.e., until the pollen season is over or until exposure to the offending allergen is terminated), even when symptoms are absent.

CONTRAINDICATIONS ALOCRIL ® ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in those patients who have shown hypersensitivity to nedocromil sodium or to any of the other ingredients.

Nedocromil Sodium is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

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References & Data Sources

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Datenquellen: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS

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This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.

Data sources: ChEMBL, PubChem, DailyMed.