Intal - Cromolyn - Inhalation Aerosol Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Intal.
• Intal
• CROW-mow-lin

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Intal Miscellaneous Notes

• Cromolyn is available as a solution and capsules, both for inhalation.
• Do not share this medication with others.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Intal (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to prevent asthma attacks.
• It is not effective in treating an attack once it begins.
• Cromolyn is also used just before exercising to minimize breathing problems and before exposure to pollutants or substances that cause allergic reactions/breathing problems.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause lightheadedness, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, irritated throat, bad taste in the mouth, hoarseness or nausea the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor promptly if you experience.

Usage Instructions

• The medication is an oral inhaler.
• For best results, make sure your doctor or pharmacist demonstrates the proper way to use the inhaler.
• Shake well before each inhalation.
• To use the inhaler, tilt the head back and keep the inhaler mouthpiece two finger widths from the open mouth.
• Begin to breathe in slowly then press down on the canister to release the medication.
• Continue to inhale taking in the medication.
• Hold your breath for at least ten seconds, then exhale.
• During the second half of breath intake the airways are more open which helps the drug reach deeper into the lungs.
• If more than one inhalation per dose is needed, wait at least one full minute between inhalations.
• In chronic asthma, this medication must be used routinely as directed to prevent asthma attacks.
• It is not useful in stopping an attack in progress.
• Do not use it more often, increase your dose or stop using this without first consulting your doctor.
• To prevent narrowed airways/wheezing, this drug is usually inhaled 10 to 15 minutes before exposure to causing factor(s).

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Intal Storage Instructions

• Store the inhaler at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not puncture the canister as it is under pressure.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may use, especially of.