Nedocromil

The Basics

What is Nedocromil?

Used to treat itchy eyes caused by allergies.

Brand names for Nedocromil

Alocril

How Nedocromil is classified

Anti-Allergic Agents, Anti-Asthmatic Agents

Nedocromil During Pregnancy

Nedocromil pregnancy category

Category BNote that the FDA has deprecated the use of pregnancy categories, so for some medications, this information isn’t available. We still think it’s useful to list historical info, however, given what a common proxy this has been in the past.

What we know about taking Nedocromil while pregnant

Reproduction studies performed in mice, rats and rabbits using a subcutaneous dose of 100 mg/kg/day (more than 1600 times the maximum human daily ocular dose on a mg/kg basis) revealed no evidence of teratogenicity or harm to the fetus due to nedocromil sodium. There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, ALOCRIL® (nedocromil) ophthalmic solution should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

Taking Nedocromil While Breastfeeding

What are recommendations for lactation if you're taking Nedocromil?

Because there is no published experience with protriptyline during breastfeeding, other agents may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

Maternal / infant drug levels

Because there is no published experience with protriptyline during breastfeeding, other agents may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

Possible effects of Nedocromil on milk supply

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Possible alternatives to Nedocromil

Cromolyn.