Cromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)
Cromolyn sodium works by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cromolyn钠眼科（针对眼睛）用于治疗影响眼睛的过敏症状，例如瘙痒，燃烧，浇水，肿胀，发红或敏感性。
Cromolyn sodium ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
用途
What isCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)used for?
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Keratitis
- Keratoconjunctivitis
警告
What is the most important information I should know aboutCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to cromolyn sodium.
这种药物预计不会伤害未出生的婴儿。如果您怀孕或计划怀孕，请告诉您的医生。
It is not known whether cromolyn sodium ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
不要give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)?
如果有的话，获得紧急医疗帮助过敏反应的迹象：麻疹;呼吸困难;你的脸，嘴唇，舌头或喉咙肿胀。
Stop using this medication and call your doctor if you have severe burning, stinging, or irritation in your eyes after using the eye drops.
Common side effects may include:
- mild burning or stinging after you use the eye drops;
- 干燥或刺激的眼睛;
- puffy eyes; or
- watery eyes.
这不是一个侧eff的完整列表ects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
这种药物预计不会伤害未出生的婴儿。如果您怀孕或计划怀孕，请告诉您的医生。
It is not known whether cromolyn sodium ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
互动
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)?
不要wear contact lenses while using this medicine, or when you have allergy symptoms affecting your eyes.
不要use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)?
UseCromolyn Sodium (Opticrom)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
For best results, use this medicine at regular intervals.
Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
To apply theeye drops:
- Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
- 闭上眼睛闭上你的眼睛2或3分钟，没有眨眼或眯眼。轻轻按下眼睛的内角约1分钟，使液体排放到泪水中。
- Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between drops.
- Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
不要touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
如果液体改变颜色或有颗粒，请勿使用滴眼液。Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
It may take up to 6 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed and tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.不要use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.