Question 1

has anyone had a negative side effects using nasalcrom (cromolyn) for allergies?

Accepted Answer

Few: Nasal crom is a over the counter topical nasal sprays that acts by "stabilizing" mast cells. (the allergy cells that are in the nose). Like most nasal sprays there can be local irritation and some can have nose bleeds. In general, Nasalcrom is pretty well tolerated.

Question 2

has anyone had a bad experience using nasalcrom (cromolyn spray) for allergies?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: Cromolyn is generally very well tolerated.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: cromolyn sodium allergy?

Accepted Answer

Not seen: Cromolyn sodium is the active ingredient in anti-allergy eye drops and nasal spray. It also was available in capsules that were inhaled to prevent asthma with a device called a spinhaler. It works as a mild mast cell stabilizer. It is available in many generic products. It is always possible that other ingredients may cause allergic reactions but allergic reactions to cromolyn are unheard of.

Question 4

will nasalcrom (cromolyn) help relieve blocked eustachian tube causeed by allergies?

Accepted Answer

Not likely : Etd from allergy is more of a congestion problem that will respond to medications  that decongest such as topical nasal decongestants like afrin or neosynephrine; oral decongestants like sudafed; and topical nasal steroids like nasonex, (mometasone) flonase,  veramyst,  omnaris,  qnasl. Zetonna, and others.

Question 5

has nasalcrom (cromolyn) been discontinued from the stores?

Accepted Answer

Cromolyn spray OTC: You can still buy Nasalcrom (cromolyn) in the stores or on amazon, eg ($14). It's available without a prescription. Sometimes the small bottles are stored behind the counter to prevent shoplifters from "palming" them and walking out. Ask the pharmacist where to look or order some online. They may be out if it's peak allergy season, or they may not have had much demand for it. If you ask, they can get it.

Question 6

will nasalcrom (cromolyn) cause drowsiness?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Nasalcrom is not an antihtistamine.  It is a nasal topical formulation of cromolyn, which is a mast-cell stabilizer.  Essentially interfering with the release of histamine as well as other inflammatory mediators from the mast cell.

Question 7

can nasalcrom (cromolyn) and flonase be used together?

Accepted Answer

Yes, their: Mechanism of action is different and they may complement each other for allergy treatment.

Question 8

what are some substitutes for cromolyn sodium?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: Mostly used today are inhaled steroids instead of cromolyn sodium for asthma. Both are anti-inflammatories. Some examples are beclomethasone, budesonide, fluticasone. There are others.

Question 9

nasalcrom (cromolyn) is still available, isn't it?

Accepted Answer

Cromolyn spray OTC: Yes, you can still buy Nasalcrom (cromolyn) in the stores or on amazon, eg ($14). It's available without a prescription. Sometimes the small bottles are stored behind the counter to prevent shoplifters from "palming" them and walking out. Ask the pharmacist where to look or order some online.

Question 10

where to find cromolyn sodium for nebulizer online?

Accepted Answer

That's right: There are a number of online sources for cromolyn. Most are foreign sources. Check out the source as best you can before ordering. Caveat emptor.

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