The drug "Kromogeksal" instruction refers to the category of antiallergic drugs. The medication is highly effective and well tolerated.
Cromogexal (nasal spray)It is used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis (seasonal and year-round). The drug in the form of ophthalmic drops is prescribed for manifestations of acute or chronic conjunctivitis of atopic nature. The active substance is cromoglycic acid disodium salt.
The active ingredient has a stabilizing effectinfluence on membranes in basophilic granulocytes, and also delays the entry of potassium ions into cells. Thanks to this drug "Kromogeksal" prevents degranulation and the release of inflammatory and allergic mediators (histamine, bradykinin and others) into the blood.
After application intranasally (in the nose) less than sevenand a half percent of the administered dose is absorbed and enters the systemic circulation. Excretion of the drug "Cromegal" is carried out in a day with urine and bile (in the same amount). Metabolism is not affected by the drug in the body.
In the form of eye drops the agent is applied one drop to each eye. Frequency of application - no more than four times a day. Dosage for children and adults is the same.
The drug "Kromogeksal" (spray) instruction recommends the use of one dose in each nostril. Frequency of application - no more than four times a day.
The drug "Kromogeksal" instruction recommendsuse after relieving symptoms of the disease (allergic conjunctivitis or rhinitis) during the entire period of activity of allergens (house dust, plant pollen, fluff and others). In chronic course of pathology, the duration of the therapeutic course can only be determined by a specialist individually.
To the side effects of the drug "Kromogeksal" instruction includes (when injected into the nose) nausea, irritation of the mucosa in the nasal cavity, skin rash.
The drug is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to components.
Experiments performed on animals do notrevealed a teratogenic effect of the drug "Kromogeksal" on the fetus. However, adequate studies with human participation were not conducted. In this regard, the drug "Kromogeksal" instruction does not recommend use during pregnancy.
The ability of cromoglycic acidexcreted in breast milk. Despite the low concentration of the substance, it is not recommended to prescribe the drug during the period of feeding. If it is necessary to use the medicine as a lactating woman, the question of suspension of lactation should be decided.
In the presence of ophthalmic diseases,which are indications for the appointment of the drug "Kromogeksal" (drops), the ophthalmologist should determine the appropriateness of using the medication in parallel with the wearing of lenses. In the absence of contraindications to the use of eye drops, it is necessary to know that the benzalkonium chloride component included in the product has the ability to change the color of the lenses. In addition, before instillation should be removed. Install the lens back is allowed after fifteen minutes after instillation (instillation).
The drug "Kromogeksal" (ophthalmic drops)can cause blurred vision. In this regard, it is not recommended immediately after instillation to proceed to activities that require high-definition vision.
The drug should be stored at a temperature of no more than twenty-five degrees.
Despite the fact that the reviews of the drug "Kromogeksal" (spray) in most cases are positive, it is recommended that you read the summary and consult the doctor before use.
