Friday, October, 23, 2009
Cromolyn
October 02, 2008
Doctors at The Cochrane Collaboration, an organization that
evaluates medical trials, have found that patients who use inhaled
steroids (Beclovent, Pulmicort, and Flovent) had an average of
three fewer major asthma flare-ups per year than those who used
inhaled cromolyn (Intal). Steroid patients also used their "rescue"
inhalers less and scored significantly higher on lung-function
tests.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Rick Frea
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Health Expert
...induced asthma. 4. Anti-inflammatory agents: (Cromolyn and Tilade) This is a classic asthma...
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By Kathi MacNaughton
,
Health Expert
...tightening and mucus typical of asthma. Examples include cromolyn sodium and nedocromil. The...
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By Kathi MacNaughton
,
Health Expert
Some of the most effective asthma medicines are inhaled steroids, and the downside to this is that...
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Health Guide
...over the eyes) may be soothing. Topical corticosteroids may be prescribed to reduce the inflammation.
Cromolyn sodium or antihistamine drops may also be prescribed. Support Groups ...
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...helpful in reducing symptoms such as nasal congestion, but they should not be used for long periods.
Cromolyn sodium is a nasal spray (Nasalcrom) for treating hay fever. Eye drop versions of...
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...helpful in reducing symptoms such as nasal congestion, but should not be used for long periods.
Cromolyn sodium is available as a nasal spray (Nasalcrom) for treating hay fever. Eye drop...
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...injury in the nose should not take these drugs until the disease or wound has been treated and cured.
CromolynCromolyn serves as both an anti-inflammatory drug and a specific blocker for allergens....
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...breathing easier. "Long term control" medications such as corticosteroids (Prelone, Pediapred) or
cromolyn sodium (Intal) help keep asthma symptoms at a minimum. Most people with asthma,...
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Medications
This medication is used to prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. It... Read more »
......use of other asthma drugs (e.g., corticosteroids). Cromolyn belongs to a class of medications... Read more »
This medication is used to prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. It... Read more »
This medication is used to prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. It... Read more »
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