Cromolyn & Nedocromil
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Respiratory Pharm
- Ipratropium vs Tiotropium
- 1st Generation Antihistamines
- 2nd-Generation Antihistamines
- Albuterol vs Salmeterol
- Fluticasone & Budesonide
- Montelukast & Zafirlukast
- Zileuton
- Omalizumab
- Cromolyn & Nedocromil
- Guaifenesin
- Endothelin Receptor Antagonists (Bosentan)
- Prostaglandin Analogs (Epoprostenol, Iloprost)
- Theophylline
Summary
Cromolyn and nedocromil are medications that cause mast cell stabilization, thereby preventing their degranulation and the release of histamine. Clinically, cromolyn and nedocromil are used for treating asthma and allergies.
Key Points
- Cromolyn and Nedocromil
- Mechanism
- Acts as Mast Cell Stabilizer
- Prevents the degranulation of histamine
- Acts as Mast Cell Stabilizer
- Clinical Use
- Treats severe asthma
- Treats allergies
- Mechanism