Alocril - Nedocromil Sodium - Ophthalmic Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Alocril.
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Possible Side Effects

• Burning/stinging/irritation of the eye(s), headache, stuffy nose, or bad taste in the mouth may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of these serious side effects.

Read Before Using Alocril (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Usage Instructions

• To apply eye drops, wash your hands first.
• To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
• Do not wear contact lenses during treatment with this medication.
• For best results, this medication should be used routinely, usually in each eye twice daily at evenly spaced times (for example, every 12 hours), or as directed by your doctor.
• Continue to use this medication, as prescribed, even when allergic symptoms are no longer present.
• Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
• Do not place drops directly in the center of the eye (the area just over the pupil) because it may be very sensitive.
• Hold the dropper directly over the eye and instill the prescribed number of drops in the lower eyelid.
• Blink a few times to make sure the eye is covered with the medication.
• Close your eye and remove any excess medication with a clean tissue.
• Do not rinse the dropper.
• Replace the dropper cap after each use and keep the cap tightly closed.
• Do not use this medication with any other eye medication unless directed by your doctor.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat itching eyes due to allergies (allergic conjunctivitis).
• This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 3 years of age.

Alocril Storage Instructions

• Store between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 to 25 degrees C).
• Keep tightly closed and out of the reach of children.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Alocril Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.