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Nedocromil Inhalation Aerosol

Latest prescription information about Nedocromil Inhalation Aerosol. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Nedocromil Inhalation Aerosol
Pronunciation : ne-doe-KROE-mil
Trade Name(s): 
International- Tilade.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an anti-inflammatory agent, prescribed for asthma attacks.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 

Hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.


When it is to be taken : The recommended dosage for adult and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older is two inhalations (14mg/day) four times a day.
How it should be taken : It comes as an aerosol to inhale by mouth, with or without food, as per physician’s direction.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* Always keep inhaler with you.
* It should not be used in children less than 3 years old.
Side Effects : 
Special Senses - Unpleasant taste.
Respiratory- Coughing, upper respiratory infection/inflammation, sputum, difficulty in breathing and asthma.
Gastrointestinal Tract - Nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea and abdominal pain.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness.
Body as a Whole - Headache, chest pain, fatigue and fever.
Eye - Eye inflammation.
Skin- Rash.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it in refrigerator (2 to 30°C), do not freeze it.

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