Drug reference
cromolyn sodium
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Drug class
Respiratory (Mast cell Stabilizer)
Mechanism of action
Mast cell stabilizer; inhibits release of histamine, leukotrienes, and slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis from mast cell by inhibiting degranulation following exposure to reactive antigens.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhea
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to product or components
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is cromolyn sodium?
cromolyn sodium belongs to: Respiratory.
How does cromolyn sodium work?
Mast cell stabilizer; inhibits release of histamine, leukotrienes, and slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis from mast cell by inhibiting degranulation following exposure to reactive antigens.
What are the common side effects of cromolyn sodium?
Headache, Diarrhea
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