(KROE moe lin)
Treatment of vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, and vernal keratitis
Hypersensitivity to cromolyn or any component of the formulation
Conjunctivitis and keratitis: Ophthalmic: 1-2 drops in each eye 4-6 times/day
Refer to adult dosing.
Conjunctivitis and keratitis: Ophthalmic: Children >4 years: Refer to adult dosing.
No dosage adjustment provided in manufacturer 's labeling. However, dosage adjustment unlikely due to low systemic absorption.
No dosage adjustment provided in manufacturer 's labeling. However, dosage adjustment unlikely due to low systemic absorption.
Store at room temperature of 15 ‚ °C to 30 ‚ °C (59 ‚ °F to 86 ‚ °F). Protect from light.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Solution, Ophthalmic, as sodium:
Generic: 4% (10 mL)
There are no known significant interactions.
Frequency not defined.
Ocular: Conjunctival injection, dryness around the eye, edema, eye irritation, immediate hypersensitivity reactions, itchy eyes, puffy eyes, styes, rash, watery eyes
Respiratory: Dyspnea
Concerns related to adverse effects:
- Anaphylaxis: Severe anaphylactic reactions may occur rarely
Dosage form specific issues:
- Ophthalmic: Transient burning or stinging may occur with ophthalmic use.
Other warnings/precautions:
- Appropriate use: Prophylactic drug with no benefit for acute situations.
- Withdrawal: Caution should be used when withdrawing the drug or tapering the dose as symptoms may reoccur.
B
Adverse events were not observed in animal reproduction studies.
~0.03%
Urine and feces (equal amounts as unchanged drug); exhaled gases (small amounts)
Response to treatment: May be seen within a few days; treatment for up to 6 weeks is often required
80-90 minutes
- Discuss specific use of drug and side effects with patient as it relates to treatment. (HCAHPS: During this hospital stay, were you given any medicine that you had not taken before? Before giving you any new medicine, how often did hospital staff tell you what the medicine was for? How often did hospital staff describe possible side effects in a way you could understand?)
- Patient may experience stinging or burning. Have patient report immediately to prescriber shortness of breath, vision changes, eye pain, severe eye irritation, or eye discharge (HCAHPS).
- Educate patient about signs of a significant reaction (eg, wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat). Note: This is not a comprehensive list of all side effects. Patient should consult prescriber for additional questions.
Intended Use and Disclaimer: Should not be printed and given to patients. This information is intended to serve as a concise initial reference for healthcare professionals to use when discussing medications with a patient. You must ultimately rely on your own discretion, experience and judgment in diagnosing, treating and advising patients.