Nalcrom
Nalcrom contains sodium cromoglicate, which acts as a mast cell stabilizer. It prevents the release of inflammatory mediators like histamine from mast cells, thereby inhibiting the allergic response in the gastrointestinal tract.
Dosage by Body Weight
Standard adult dose is 200 mg (two 100 mg capsules) four times daily, taken 15 to 30 minutes before meals. For optimal effect, capsules should be opened, and the powder dissolved in a small amount of hot water, then diluted with cold water and swallowed. For children aged 2 to 14 years, the standard dose is 100 mg four times daily.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Generally not recommended for children under 2 years of age unless prescribed by a specialist.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg (1 capsule)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- For children over 2 years of age. Dissolve the capsule contents in water before administration.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg (1 capsule)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer 15 to 30 minutes before meals. Powder dissolved in water is preferred for pediatric use.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 2 years of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 2 years of age. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Generally not recommended for children under 2 years of age unless prescribed by a specialist. |
| 11-15 kg | 100 mg (1 capsule) | 4 times daily | For children over 2 years of age. Dissolve the capsule contents in water before administration. |
| 16-20 kg | 100 mg (1 capsule) | 4 times daily | Administer 15 to 30 minutes before meals. Powder dissolved in water is preferred for pediatric use. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used for the prevention and treatment of food allergies when strict avoidance of the allergenic food is difficult or impossible. It is also used in the management of chronic inflammatory bowel disease and systemic mastocytosis.
Generic Name
Sodium CromoglicateScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.