Cromolyn sodium (inhalation)

Generic name: cromolyn sodium (inhalation) [ KROE-moe-lin-SOE-dee-um ]
Dosage form: inhalation solution (10 mg/mL)
Drug class:Mast cell stabilizers

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 13, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is cromolyn sodium inhalation?

Cromolyn sodium works by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Cromolyn sodium inhalation is used to prevent bronchial asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.

Cromolyn sodium inhalation is also used to prevent bronchospasm caused by exercise or exposure to cold dry air, chemicals, or environmental pollutants or allergens (such as animal dander or chemicals used in manufacturing).

Cromolyn sodium inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use cromolyn sodium if you are allergic to cromolyn sodium.

To make sure cromolyn sodium inhalation is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• heart disease or a heart rhythm disorder;

• coronary artery disease;

• kidney disease; or

• liver disease.

Cromolyn sodium inhalation is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan ...