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Nedocromil (Ophthalmic)
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Pronounced: (ne-doe-KROE-mil)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Antihistamine, opthalmic |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is to help prevent eyes that itch because of allergies. This medicine is for use in the eyes only. DO NOT take by mouth.
Mechanism:
This medicine is in a class of drugs called mast cell stabilizers and works by stopping the release of substances that cause allergy symptoms; redness, swelling, itching.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side EffectsIf any of these side effects become bothersome or continue talk your health care provider .
Precautions:
If your symptoms do NOT improve in 2 or 3 days talk to your health care provider. Report any serious side effects to your health care provider immediately. STOP using this medicine if your eyes get inflamed, painful or have a discharge and see your health care provider immediately. Be careful not to touch the tip of the dispenser onto your eye or any other surface because serious eye infections can occur from contamination of the eye solution. DO NOT wear soft contact lenses while applying the eye solution and wait 10 minutes before putting the soft contact in.
Preganant:
Before taking this medicine, talk to your health care provider if you are pregnant, nursing or thinking of becoming pregnant.
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Dosage InformationWhile taking this medicine, follow your health care providers directions. Wash hands before and after the use of this medicine. Remove the protective cap. Avoid touching the dropper tip against your eye or anything else. Hold the dropper tip down at all times to prevent drops from flowing back into the bottle and contaminating the remaining contents. Lie down or tilt your head back. Holding the bottle between your thumb and index finger, place the dropper tip as near as possible to your eyelid without touching it. Brace the remaining fingers of that hand against your cheek or nose. With the index finger of your other hand, pull the lower lid of the eye down to form a pocket. Place the drops into the pocket made by the lower lid and the eye. Placing drops on the surface of the eyeball can cause stinging. Close your eye and press lightly against the lower lid with your finger for 2 - 3 minutes to keep the medication in the eye. Do not blink. Replace and tighten the cap right away. Do not wipe or rinse it off. Wipe off any excess liquid from your cheek with a clean tissue. Wash your hands again.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication tightly closed in the original container it came in. Store this medicine at room temperature and keep away from excess heat and moisture. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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