Nedocromil Side Effects and Warnings

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Do not use this medicine to treat an asthma attack.

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

Oral inhalation:

• Abnormal taste. This is usually reversible.

• Headache.

• Dry mouth. Frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.

Eye:

• Short-term discomfort after use.

• Headache.

• Abnormal taste. This is usually reversible.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Difficulty breathing.

• Persistent cough.

• Severe eye irritation.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.