Sodium Cromoglicate 100mg Capsules
S1207 LEAFLET Nalcrom 20150320
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER NALCROM 100mg CAPSULES (sodium cromoglicate)
Your medicine is known as Nalcrom 100mg Capsules but will be referred to as Nalcrom Capsules throughout the following leaflet.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Nalcrom Capsules are and what they are used for
2. Before you take Nalcrom Capsules
3. How to take Nalcrom Capsules
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Nalcrom Capsules
6. Further information
1. WHAT NALCROM CAPSULES ARE AND WHAT THEY ARE USED FOR
Nalcrom 100mg Capsules (called Nalcrom Capsules in this leaflet) contains a medicine called sodium cromoglicate. This belongs to a group of medicines called anti-allergics.
It works by stopping the release of the natural substances in your body that can cause an allergic reaction. It also lowers your response when you are exposed to substances to which you are allergic.
What Nalcrom Capsules are used for
• Nalcrom Capsules are used to treat allergic reactions to certain foods
• It is only used if you have had a test to prove that you are allergic to these foods
• As part of your treatment, your doctor should advise you to avoid eating certain foods which may cause an allergic reaction
3. HOW TO TAKE NALCROM CAPSULES
Always take Nalcrom Capsules exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Taking this medicine
• Take this medicine by mouth
• Take this medicine before a meal
• If signs of allergy do not improve within 2-3 weeks, your doctor may double how much you take. Your dose should not be larger than 40 mg per kilogram of your body weight per day
• If you feel the effect of your medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, but ask your doctor.
How much to take
Adults (including the Elderly)
• Two capsules, four times a day, before meals
• When your symptoms improve, your doctor may lower your dose
Children (aged between 2 and 14 years)
• One capsule, four times a day, before meals
• When your child's symptoms improve, your doctor may lower the dose
If you take more Nalcrom than you should
Talk to your doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Remember to take any medicine that is left with you so the doctor knows what you have taken.
If you forget to take Nalcrom Capsules
If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you stop taking Nalcrom Capsules
Keep taking Nalcrom Capsules until your doctor tells you to stop.
Do not stop taking Nalcrom Capsules just because you feel better.
If you stop, your food allergies may come back or get worse.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE NALCROM CAPSULES
Do not take this medicine and tell your doctor if:
x You are allergic (hypersensitive) to sodium cromoglicate or any of the other ingredients of Nalcrom Capsules (listed in Section 6: Further information)
Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue Do not use this medicine if the above applies to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Nalcrom.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant or think you may be pregnant.
If you are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
Like all medicines, Nalcrom Capsules can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Stop taking Nalcrom Capsules and see a doctor or go to a hospital straight away if:
• You have an allergic reaction to Nalcrom Capsules.
The signs may include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if any of the side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet:
• Skin rashes
• Pain in your joints
• Feeling sick (nausea)
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. HOW TO STORE NALCROM CAPSULES
• Store in a dry place. Protect from direct sunlight.
• KEEP OUT OF THE SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Do not use Nalcrom Capsules after the expiry date on the blister and carton. Take any capsules which are out of date back to the pharmacy.
• If your doctor stops your treatment, take any leftover capsules back to the pharmacy for safe disposal.
• Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment
• If the medicine becomes discoloured or shows any other signs of deterioration, you should seek the advice of your pharmacist who will tell you what to do.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Nalcrom Capsules contain
• Each hard capsule contains 100mg of the active ingredient, sodium cromoglicate.
• Nalcrom Capsules also contain the following inactive ingredients: gelatin and black printing ink.
What Nalcrom Capsules look like and contents of the pack
• Nalcrom Capsules are hard gelatin, colourless, transparent capsules containing a white powder marked ‘sodium' on the cap and ‘cromoglicate 100mg' on the body in black ink.
• Nalcrom Capsules are available in blister packs containing 20 and 100 capsules.
Product Licence holder
Procured from within the EU and repackaged by the Product Licence holder: S&M Medical Ltd, Chemilines House, Alperton Lane, Wembley, HA0 1 DX.
Manufacturer
This product is manufactured by ITC Farma S.r.l. via Pontina KM 29, Pomezia (RM), Italy.
|POM | PL No: 19488/1207
Leaflet revision date: 20 March 2015
NALCROM is a registered trade mark of AstraZeneca UK Ltd, UK.
S1207 LEAFLET Nalcrom 20150320
S1207 LEAFLET Cromoglicate 20150320
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER SODIUM CROMOGLICATE 100mg CAPSULES
Your medicine is known as Sodium Cromoglicate 100mg Capsules
but will be referred to as Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules throughout
the following leaflet.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this
medicine
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules are and what they are used for
2. Before you take Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules
3. How to take Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules
6. Further information
1. WHAT SODIUM CROMOGLICATE CAPSULES ARE AND WHAT THEY ARE USED FOR
Sodium Cromoglicate 100mg Capsules (called Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules in this leaflet) contains a medicine called sodium cromoglicate. This belongs to a group of medicines called anti-allergics.
It works by stopping the release of the natural substances in your body that can cause an allergic reaction. It also lowers your response when you are exposed to substances to which you are allergic.
What Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules are used for
• Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules are used to treat allergic reactions to certain foods
• It is only used if you have had a test to prove that you are allergic to these foods
• As part of your treatment, your doctor should advise you to avoid eating certain foods which may cause an allergic reaction
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE SODIUM CROMOGLICATE CAPSULES
Do not take this medicine and tell your doctor if:
x You are allergic (hypersensitive) to sodium cromoglicate or any of the other ingredients of Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules (listed in Section 6: Further information)
Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue Do not use this medicine if the above applies to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Sodium Cromoglicate.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant or think you may be pregnant.
If you are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
3. HOW TO TAKE SODIU M CROMOGLICATE CAPSULES
Always take Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Taking this medicine
• Take this medicine by mouth
• Take this medicine before a meal
• If signs of allergy do not improve within 2-3 weeks, your doctor may double how much you take. Your dose should not be larger than 40 mg per kilogram of your body weight per day
• If you feel the effect of your medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, but ask your doctor.
How much to take
Adults (including the Elderly)
• Two capsules, four times a day, before meals
• When your symptoms improve, your doctor may lower your dose
Children (aged between 2 and 14 years)
• One capsule, four times a day, before meals
• When your child's symptoms improve, your doctor may lower the dose
If you take more Sodium Cromoglicate than you should
Talk to your doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Remember to take any medicine that is left with you so the doctor knows what you have taken.
If you forget to take Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules
If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you stop taking Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules
Keep taking Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules until your doctor tells you to stop. Do not stop taking Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules just because you feel better. If you stop, your food allergies may come back or get worse.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Stop taking Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules and see a doctor or go to a hospital straight away if:
• You have an allergic reaction to Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules.
The signs may include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if any of the side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet:
• Skin rashes
• Pain in your joints
• Feeling sick (nausea)
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. HOW TO STORE SODIUM CROMOGLICATE CAPSULES
• Store in a dry place. Protect from direct sunlight.
• KEEP OUT OF THE SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Do not use Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules after the expiry date on the blister and carton. Take any capsules which are out of date back to the pharmacy.
• If your doctor stops your treatment, take any leftover capsules back to the pharmacy for safe disposal.
• Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment
• If the medicine becomes discoloured or shows any other signs of deterioration, you should seek the advice of your pharmacist who will tell you what to do.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules contain
• Each hard capsule contains 100mg of the active ingredient, sodium Cromoglicate.
• Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules also contain the following inactive ingredients: gelatin and black printing ink.
What Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules look like and contents of the pack
• Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules are hard gelatin, colourless, transparent capsules containing a white powder marked ‘sodium' on the cap and ‘Cromoglicate 100mg' on the body in black ink.
• Sodium Cromoglicate Capsules are available in blister packs containing 20 and 100 capsules.
Product Licence holder
Procured from within the EU and repackaged by the Product Licence holder: S&M Medical Ltd, Chemilines House, Alperton Lane, Wembley, HA0 1 DX.
Manufacturer
This product is manufactured by ITC Farma S.r.l. via Pontina KM 29, Pomezia (RM), Italy.
|POM | PL No: 19488/1207
Leaflet revision date: 20 March 2015
S1207 LEAFLET Cromoglicate 20150320