Monograph Details
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Eye Disorders
> Ocular allergy/inflammation
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ALOCRIL |
| Manufacturer |
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Allergan |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Mast cell stabilizer. |
| Generic Name |
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Nedocromil sodium 2%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride. |
| Indications |
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Treatment of itching due to allergic conjunctivitis. |
| Adults and Children |
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<3yrs: not recommended. ≥3yrs: 1–2 drops in each eye twice daily at regular intervals. Treat throughout period of exposure. |
| Contraindications |
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Contact lenses: remove during therapy. |
| Precautions |
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Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Headache, ocular burning, irritation, stinging, unpleasant taste, nasal congestion, asthma, conjunctivitis, eye redness, photophobia, rhinitis. |
| How Supplied |
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Soln—5mL |
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