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Treatment Options
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Nasal Mast Cell Stabilizers
Mast cell stabilizers can be used to prevent or treat allergies and are usually used in the nose several times daily. Mast cell stabilizers interfere with the inflammatory process by stabilizing mast cell membranes and inhibiting the activation and release of mediators such as histamine and leukotrienes from them. They are most effective when used before coming into contact with substances that cause allergies, because it can take up to 4 weeks to fully work. Although well tolerated, common side effects include itching and burning of nasal passages, sneezing, headache and stomach pain. The only nasal mast cell stabilizer on the market is Nasalcrom (cromolyn sodium)and it is available over the counter. Drugs in the class
Cromolyn Nasal Spray
(
Nasalcrom
)
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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