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What is Gastrocrom
Cromoglicic acidThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCromolyn is a medication that blocks the release of chemicals from sensitive mast cells, which can help prevent asthma attacks caused by allergens or exercise. It is a preventative medication and does not help treat an asthma attack that has already started.
Intalis the brand name
Gastrocrom Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Intal
Cromoglicic acid
1982
45
Effectiveness
How Gastrocrom Affects PatientsCromoglicate (or cromolyn, USAN) is a man-made compound used to treat asthma and allergic rhinitis. It can also be used as eye drops to treat conjunctivitis and taken orally to treat mastocytosis and ulcerative colitis. Cromoglicate works by blocking the airways from narrowing when it comes into contact with an allergen or irritant that would normally cause an asthma attack.
How Gastrocrom works in the bodyCromoglicate works to prevent allergic reactions by blocking the release of histamine and other inflammatory chemicals from mast cells. This is likely done by preventing calcium from entering the cells.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Gastrocrom is contingent upon the recognized malady, such as Urticaria Pigmentosa, Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm and Conjunctivitis, Vernal. The portion of dosage shifts, as indicated by the mode of administration (e.g. Liquid; Spray or Respiratory (inhalation)) featured in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Conjunctivitis, Vernal
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Urticaria Pigmentosa
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Asthma
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Keratoconjunctivitis
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Food Allergy
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PAR)
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Hypersensitivity
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Hay Fever
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
, 20.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.2 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 %, 1.0 %, 100.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 5.2 mg, 1.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation
, Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Intrabronchial, Solution, Solution - Intrabronchial, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Nasal, Spray, metered, Spray, metered - Nasal, Solution - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered; Solution, Aerosol, metered; Solution - Nasal, Aerosol, metered - Nasal, Powder, Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Liquid; Spray, Liquid; Spray - Nasal, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Inhalant, Inhalant - Respiratory (inhalation)
Warnings
There are 1 known major drug interactions with Gastrocrom.Common Gastrocrom Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Methacholine
Minor
Cromoglicic acid may decrease effectiveness of Methacholine as a diagnostic agent.
Gastrocrom Toxicity & Overdose RiskSigns of an overdose on azelastine include coughing, stuffy nose, nausea, sneezing, and difficulty breathing.
Gastrocrom Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Gastrocrom?
157 active studies are currently exploring the potential of Gastrocrom to ameliorate Asthma, Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis and Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Asthma
160 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 3
Conjunctivitis, Vernal
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced
0 Actively Recruiting
Hypersensitivity
0 Actively Recruiting
Keratoconjunctivitis
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3
Urticaria Pigmentosa
0 Actively Recruiting
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PAR)
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Hay Fever
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Food Allergy
7 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3
Gastrocrom Reviews: What are patients saying about Gastrocrom?
5Patient Review
1/3/2010 Gastrocrom has been a total life-saver for my son who suffers from mastocytosis. It took less than a week of regular use to get his digestive system back on track, and the difference is noticeable if he misses even just one dose. We've also found that it works great as a lotion to relieve itchiness caused by both mastocytosis and eczema.
5Patient Review
9/9/2011 This regimen has given me my life back! I suffered for 9 years with chronic nausea and abdominal pain. In the past 6 weeks I've only had two episodes of mild nausea and only treated one. I was sick every day, all day triggered by food sensitivities that I was unaware of and discovered accidently ( ex soy, dairy)
5Patient Review
4/22/2014 I cannot believe how well this drug works. For years I've been dealing with nausea as soon as I got out of bed in the morning, and it would last all day long. It was like having mild to severe motion sickness. But within half an hour of taking this medication, along with Zantac and Benadryl, my symptoms were completely gone.
5Patient Review
1/28/2017 Even though it's expensive and not covered by insurance, this treatment really helped me. More than antihistamines or zantac 150.
5Patient Review
1/23/2017 I'm only on day three, but I feel so much better already. Fingers crossed this keeps up!
5Patient Review
8/2/2013 This medication is nothing short of miraculous. It completely alleviated my extra-intestinal symptoms of Crohn's disease, like eye inflammations and poly-arthritis!
4.7Patient Review
3/23/2016 I've had years of trouble with a restricted diet and allergies, but this medication has given me significant relief. It's really allowed me to enjoy food again without as many problems. I can't imagine my life without it!
4.7Patient Review
1/27/2012 Medco always sends the correct amount of medication that my doctor ordered. They also send partial boxes in addition to full boxes.
4.7Patient Review
8/21/2012 This medication was immediately effective, whereas I had been taking prilosex for acid reflux which still did not provide relief.
4.3Patient Review
9/9/2009 gastrocrom has been prescribed for my 4 year old son who also has autism and other non-ige mediated food allergies. He has less complaints of tummy aches and it has also decreased his vomiting episodes.
Patient Q&A Section about gastrocrom
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What kind of drug is cromolyn?
"Cromolyn is a medication that prevents mast cells from releasing substances that can cause skin and gut problems."
Answered by AI
Is Gastrocrom an antihistamine?
"Cromolyn (Gastrocrom) is not an antihistamine, but it prevents your mast cells from releasing too much histamine, a chemical created by your body's immune system."
Answered by AI
What does Gastrocrom treat?
"FDA has approved Gastrocrom to treat mastocytosis. It is suitable for adults and children aged 2 or above. Mastocytosis is a condition where the body produces too many mast cells. A mast cell is a type of white blood cell."
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How much does Gastrocrom cost?
"How much will you pay for Gastrocrom if you don't have insurance? If you don't have insurance, you will have to pay $1,274.64 for a Gastrocrom prescription. However, if you use a SingleCare Gastrocrom coupon, you will only have to pay $125.09 per 5, 5ML of 100MG/5ML Concentrate."
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