Package insert / product label
Generic name: cromolyn sodium
Dosage form: nasal spray, metered
Drug class: Nasal antihistamines and decongestants

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 1, 2021.

(Adults and children 2 years and older)

Active ingredient (per spray)

Cromolyn sodium 5.2 mg

Purpose

Nasal allergy symptom controller

Uses

to prevent and relieve nasal symptoms of hay fever and other nasal allergies:

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runny/itchy nose

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sneezing

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allergic stuffy nose

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

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if you are allergic to any of the ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if you have

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fever

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discolored nasal discharge

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sinus pain

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wheezing

When using this product

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it may take several days of use to notice an effect. Your best effect may not be seen for 1 to 2 weeks.

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brief stinging or sneezing may occur right after use

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do not use it to treat sinus infection, asthma, or cold symptoms

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do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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shortness of breath, wheezing, or chest tightness occurs

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hives or swelling of the mouth or throat occurs

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your symptoms worsen

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you have new symptoms

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your symptoms do not begin to improve within two weeks

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you need to use for more than 12 weeks

If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

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see package insert on how to use pump

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parent or care provider must supervise the use of this product by young children

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adults and children 2 years and older:

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spray once into each nostril. Repeat 3-4 times a day (every 4-6 hours). If needed, may be used up to 6 times a day.

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use every day while in contact with the cause of your allergies (pollen, molds, pets, and dust)

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to prevent nasal allergy symptoms, use before contact with the cause of your allergies. For best results, start using up to one week before contact.

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if desired, you can use this product with other medicines, including other allergy medicines.

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children under 2 years: Do not use unless directed by a doctor.

Other information

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store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)

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protect from light

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keep carton and package insert. They contain important instructions.

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see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride, edetate disodium, purified water

Questions or comments?

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Package/Label Principal Display Panel

HealthGuard

NDC 57782-397-26

Cromolyn
Sodium Nasal
Solution, USP

NASAL SPRAY

Nasal Allergy Symptom Controller
For intranasal use only.

Prevents and Relieves
Nasal Allergy Symptoms:

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runny/itchy nose

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sneezing

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allergic stuffy nose

Original Prescription Strength

Safe For Ages 2+

200 Metered Sprays

Each spray delivers 5.2 mg cromolyn sodium

0.88 FL OZ (26 mL)

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