Alocril (Nedocromil) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 24, 2012

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Allergy Drugs: Prescription and OTC »

Allergy medications overview

The arsenal of allergy drugs includes dozens of medications that relieve allergy symptoms when confronted with a trigger known as an allergen. That trigger could be something from a plant, such as pollen, or something from an animal (pet dander, dust mites, cockroaches). Other allergy triggers include certain fragrances or chemical substances.

What causes a person's allergic reaction is highly individual. But the reactions are often universal: swelling and inflammation, especially around the eyes, nose, and throat, usually accompanied by itching.

Some allergy medications work against the effects of histamines, which are released during an allergic reaction. Other medications reduce swelling, affect the immune system, or affect release of other substances associated with allergic reactions.

Many allergy drugs are available without a prescription.

For what conditions are allergy medicatio...

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What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Alocril Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

ALOCRIL® (nedocromil sodium) Structural Formula Illustration

ALOCRIL® (nedocromil) ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

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What is Alocril Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Alocril Patient Information: Side Effects

Serious side effects are not expected with this medication.

Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use nedocromil ophthalmic and talk to your doctor if you experience

eye burning, stinging, irritation, itching, or redness;
eye sensitivity to light;
headache;
unpleasant taste; or
nasal congestion.

This is not a complete list of side effects 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. You ma...

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What is Alocril Patient Information?

Possible Side Effects - Images - What Is - How Should I Take It - What If I Miss a Dose - What Should I Avoid and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Alocril Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat itchy eyes due to allergies. Nedocromil works by reducing the release of natural substances in your body that cause an allergic reaction.

HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet that comes with this product before you start using nedocromil and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions regarding the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

For best results, this medication should be used routinely, usually in each eye twice daily at evenly spaced intervals (every 12 hours) or as directe...

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