| Alocril (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
|---|---|
| Dosing | 1 or 2 drops bid. |
| Chem Specs | nedocromil sodium 2.0% |
| Quantities | 5ml |
| Cost | 286.43 |
| Class | Second generation mast cell stabilizer. |
| Action | Blocks histamine and leukotriene release and prevents chemotaxis of eosinophils. |
| Usage | Indicated for itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. |
| Requires a week or two for effect. Sometimes used to reduce contact lens intolerance. | |
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to nedocromil sodium or to any of the other ingredients. |
| Pediatric use | > age 3 |
| Pregnancy | Category B. Animal data reveal no harmful effects with pregnancy. |
| Now generally supplanted by the antihistamine / mast cell stabilizers. |