Nasalcrom (cromolyn sodium nasal) is a medication used to treat allergy symptoms. According to MedlinePlus, it is an anti-allergic medication that reduces sneezing, nasal congestion and a runny nose. Specifically, it prevents the body from releasing histamine, a substance responsible for causing nasal symptoms. Nasalcrom is packaged as a vial, and typically you will inhale this medication about four times a day, according to the National Library of Medicine.
Common Side Effects
According to Drugs.com, Nasalcrom can commonly cause a headache, a bad taste in your mouth, and burning or stinging of your nose. It can also cause a runny nose and a rash. MedlinePlus says that this medication can cause stomach pains and sneezing. Tell your doctor if these symptoms do not stop within four days. She may recommend that you discontinue Nasalcrom.
Rare and Serious Side Effects
The National Library of Medicine reports that less than one out of 10,000 patients taking Nasalcrom experienced a swollen parotid gland (salivary gland on either side of your facial cheeks), bronchospasm (sudden tightening of your airways which make it difficult to breathe) and pain. Nasalcrom can cause dizziness, frequent urination, nausea, wheezing, a cough, a rash and lacrimation (tearing of your eyes). It may also cause nephrosis (a kidney condition in which you have more than 3.5 grams of protein in your urine), pericarditis (an infection around the lining of your heart) and hemoptysis (coughing up blood). Other Nasalcrom side effects include anemia (low red blood cell counts which can lead to paleness and fatigue), muscle pain, hoarseness and vertigo. Contact your doctor immediately when you suffer from these symptoms.
Warnings
You should tell your doctor if you suffer from kidney or liver disease. Nasalcrom may exacerbate these diseases and cause the aforementioned side effects.
It is not known whether Nasalcrom can pass into breast milk or harm your unborn baby. However, it is crucial to inform your doctor of your pregnancy or if you want to breastfeed. She will assess the benefits and risks of continuing Nasalcrom.
Inform your physician if you are taking other nasal inhalation medication, over-the-counter medications or vitamins, minerals or herbs. These can lead to the aforementioned side effects.
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