Sodicrom DS Eye Drops

Indications

Allergic conjuntivitis, Allergic rhinitis, accompanied by, nasal congestion

Adult Dose

Ophthalmic Allergic conjunctivitis Adult: Instill 2 drops of a 4% soln 4-6 times daily. Nasal Allergic Rhinitis 1 drop to each nostril 2 to 3 times daily.

Contra Indications

This drop is contraindicated in patient with hypersensitivity to Sodium Cromoglicate .

Precautions

As this drop contains benzalkonium chloride, patients should not wear contact lenses during treatment with this drop.

Pregnancy-Lactation

B

Adverse Effects

Intranasal use: Transient irritation of nasal mucosa. Sneezing and epistaxis (occasional). Eye drops: Transient burning and stinging.

Mechanism of Action

Sodium Cromoglycate inhibits degranulation of mast cells and therefore suppresses the release of histamine, leukotrienes and slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis.

Note

Sodicrom DS 4% Eye Drops manufactured by Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Sodium Cromoglycate 4% Eye/Nasal prep.