Cromolyn Sodium

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Stabilizes mast cells & prevents noncytolytic degranulation, prevent activation of eosinophils & neutrophils, antiasthma activity.

Clinical Problems: airway irritant, Bad taste & Headache).

The ability of cromolyn sodium to stabilize mast cells differs among various types of mast cells. I.e. mast cells in bronchoalveolar spaces are more sensitive to cromolyn.

Category: Pharmacology Notes

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