Sodium Cromoglicate
Sodium cromoglicate (also known as cromolyn sodium) is a mast cell stabilizer. It works by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation and allergic symptoms, such as histamine. It is used as a prophylactic (preventative) treatment and is not effective for relieving acute asthma attacks or acute allergy symptoms once they have started.
Dosage by Body Weight
Must be taken regularly to be effective. For eye drops: 1-2 drops in each eye 4 times daily. For nasal spray: 1 spray in each nostril 3 to 4 times daily. For oral capsules (food allergy/mastocytosis): administer 15-20 minutes before meals, dissolved in hot water and diluted with cold water.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 2 years of age have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for this weight range. Consult a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established. Use only under direct specialist supervision.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg (Oral)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- For oral use in systemic mastocytosis or severe food allergy. Dissolve capsule contents in water before administration. Give 15-20 minutes before meals.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg (Oral)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- For oral use. Dissolve capsule contents in water. Maximum daily dose should be carefully monitored by a physician.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in infants under 2 years of age have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established for this weight range. Consult a pediatrician. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established. Use only under direct specialist supervision. |
| 11-15 kg | 100 mg (Oral) | 4 times daily | For oral use in systemic mastocytosis or severe food allergy. Dissolve capsule contents in water before administration. Give 15-20 minutes before meals. |
| 16-20 kg | 100 mg (Oral) | 4 times daily | For oral use. Dissolve capsule contents in water. Maximum daily dose should be carefully monitored by a physician. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used for the prevention of allergic reactions, including asthma, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), allergic conjunctivitis, and food allergies or systemic mastocytosis.
Generic Name
Sodium CromoglicateBranded Drug Names
Sodium Cromoglicate is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.