cromolyn
Allergic reaction blocker
Cromolyn is a medication that prevents allergic reactions by stabilizing cells that would otherwise release histamine.
It's used to treat asthma, allergic rhinitis, and eye allergies, typically as a nasal spray, inhaler, or eye drops: The doctor prescribed cromolyn before allergy season.
Unlike antihistamines, cromolyn works preventively rather than treating symptoms after they appear.
Measure preventing disease or harm
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- nonsteroidalLacking certain hormone-derived compounds
- cell membraneOuter layer of cytoplasm
Chronic lung inflammation
- inhalerPortable respiratory medication device
- nebulizerMist-making breathing apparatus
- bronchospasmInvoluntary narrowing of airways
- bronchodilatorMedication widening lung passages
spacer · aerosol · puff · inhalation · pulmonary · airway · wheeze · exercise-induced
Nasal inflammation from allergens
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
- nasal sprayAerosolized nostril medication
- seasonal allergiesReaction to airborne pollen
- pollenFloral reproductive grains
dander · allergen · sneezing · congestion · watery eyes · itching · allergist · antihistamine
Topical ocular medication
- itchy eyesIrritated, scratchy vision organs
- rednessCrimson-hued state
- tearingForcibly separating material
- ocularOf the organ of sight
Medical dispensing authorization
- over-the-counterBuyable without medical authorization
- dosageMeasured medicine amount
- complianceAdhering to requirements
- side effectsUnintended treatment consequences
Adverse immune response to ingestion
- gastrointestinalRelating to digestive tract
- systemicAffecting an entire structure
- ulcerative colitisInflammatory bowel condition with sores
- intestinalOf the gut
prophylactic
Measure preventing disease or harm
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- nonsteroidalLacking certain hormone-derived compounds
asthma
Chronic lung inflammation
- inhalerPortable respiratory medication device
- nebulizerMist-making breathing apparatus
- bronchospasmInvoluntary narrowing of airways
bronchodilator · spacer · aerosol · puff · inhalation · pulmonary · airway · wheeze · exercise-induced · breathing
allergic rhinitis
Nasal inflammation from allergens
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
- nasal sprayAerosolized nostril medication
- seasonal allergiesReaction to airborne pollen
pollen · dander · allergen · sneezing · congestion · watery eyes · itching · allergist · antihistamine · immunotherapy
eye drops
Topical ocular medication
- itchy eyesIrritated, scratchy vision organs
- rednessCrimson-hued state
- tearingForcibly separating material
prescription
Medical dispensing authorization
- over-the-counterBuyable without medical authorization
- dosageMeasured medicine amount
- complianceAdhering to requirements
food allergy
Adverse immune response to ingestion
- gastrointestinalRelating to digestive tract
- systemicAffecting an entire structure
- ulcerative colitisInflammatory bowel condition with sores
cromolynprednisone
Synthetic corticosteroid medication
corticosteroids · albuterol · salbutamol · epinephrine · dexamethasone