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Gastrocrom Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Cromolyn sodium 100mg/5mL; oral concentrate; preservative-free.
Pharmacological Class
Mast cell stabilizer.
How Supplied
Amps (5mL)—96
Manufacturer
Gastrocrom Indications
Indications
Mastocytosis.
Gastrocrom Dosage and Administration
Adult
Mix contents of amp in water and drink. ≥13yrs: 200mg 4 times daily, at regular intervals, ½ hour before meals and at bedtime; may increase if insufficient response within 2–3 weeks. Max 40mg/kg per day; maintain at lowest effective dose.
Children
Mix contents of amp in water and drink. <2yrs: usually not recommended; see literature. 2–12yrs: 100mg 4 times daily, at regular intervals, ½ hour before meals and at bedtime; may increase if insufficient response within 2–3 weeks. Max 40mg/kg per day; maintain at lowest effective dose.
Gastrocrom Contraindications
Not Applicable
Gastrocrom Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Gastrocrom Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Renal or hepatic dysfunction, reduce dose. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.
Gastrocrom Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Gastrocrom Interactions
Not Applicable
Gastrocrom Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Headache, GI upset, pruritus, myalgia, rash, irritability, malaise.
Gastrocrom Clinical Trials
See Literature
Gastrocrom Note
Not Applicable
Gastrocrom Patient Counseling
See Literature
