Label: CROMOLYN SODIUM spray, metered

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated December 19, 2011

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  • Active ingredient (per spray)

    Cromolyn sodium 5.2 mg

  • Purpose

    Nasal allergy symptom controller

  • Uses

    to prevent and relieve nasal symptoms of hay fever and other nasal allergies:

    • runny/itchy nose
    • sneezing
    • allergic stuffy nose
  • Warnings

    Do not use

    • if you are allergic to any of the ingredients

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • fever
    • discolored nasal discharge
    • sinus pain
    • wheezing

    When using this product

    • it may take several days of use to notice an effect. Your best effect may not be seen for 1 to 2 weeks.
    • brief stinging or sneezing may occur right after use
    • do not use it to treat sinus infection, asthma, or cold symptoms
    • do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • shortness of breath, wheezing, or chest tightness occurs
    • hives or swelling of the mouth or throat occurs
    • your symptoms worsen
    • you have new symptoms
    • your symptoms do not begin to improve within two weeks
    • you need to use for more than 12 weeks

    If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

    If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

  • Directions

    • see package insert on how to use pump
    • parent or care provider must supervise the use of this product by young children
    • adults and children 2 years and older:
      • spray once into each nostril. Repeat 3-4 times a day (every 4-6 hours). If needed, may be used up to 6 times a day.
      • use every day while in contact with the cause of your allergies (pollen, molds, pets, and dust)
      • to prevent nasal allergy symptoms, use before contact with the cause of your allergies. For best results, start using up to one week before contact.
      • if desired, you can use this product with other medicines, including other allergy medicines.
    • Children under 2 years: Do not use unless directed by a doctor.
  • Other information

    • store between 20°– 25°C (68°– 77°F)
    • protect from light
    • keep carton and package insert. They contain important instructions.
  • Inactive ingredients

    benzalkonium chloride, edetate disodium, purified water

  • Questions?

    call toll free 1-800-323-0000.

    Before using any medication read all label directions. Keep carton and packaging insert. They contain important information.

    Cromolyn Sodium Nasal Solution is convenient and easy to administer using the metered spray pump. See package insert for spray pump directions.

    USE ONLY IF BODY SEAL IMPRINTED WITH "Protective Seal" AND YELLOW IS INTACT.

    CVS Quality MONEY BACK GURANTEE

    Distributed by:
    CVS Pharmacy Inc.,

    Woonsocket, RI 02895
    ©2005 CVS/pharmacy

    *This product is not manufactured or distributed by Pharmacia & Upjohn Company, owner of the registered trademark NasalCrom®.

  • Package/Label Principal Display Panel

    Carton

    CVS pharmacy®

    Compare to the active ingredient in Nasalcrom®

    CROMOLYN SODIUM NASAL SOLUTION USP

    NASAL SPRAY

    NASAL ALLERGY SYMPTOM CONTROLLER

    Prevents and Relieves Nasal Allergy Symptoms:
    runny/itchy nose
    sneezing
    allergic stuffy nose

    Without Drowsiness

    Full Prescription Strength

    Safe For Ages 2 Years & Older
    CVS PHARAMACIST RECOMMENDED

    200 Metered Sprays

    Each spray delivers

    5.2 mg cromolyn sodium

    0.88 FL OZ (26 mL)

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CROMOLYN SODIUM 
    cromolyn sodium spray, metered
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:59779-075
    Route of AdministrationNASAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CROMOLYN SODIUM (UNII: Q2WXR1I0PK) (CROMOLYN - UNII:Y0TK0FS77W) CROMOLYN SODIUM5.2 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: F5UM2KM3W7)  
    EDETATE DISODIUM (UNII: 7FLD91C86K)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:59779-075-131 in 1 CARTON
    126 mL in 1 BOTTLE
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA07570207/03/2001
    Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Bausch & Lomb Incorporated807927397MANUFACTURE
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Aventis Pharma Manufacturing Pte LTD.595299306MANUFACTURE