Chromotop 2mg Inhaler

Chromotop 2mg Inhaler belongs to a class of medicines called anti-allergic agents used to prevent asthma symptoms. Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing.

Chromotop 2mg Inhaler contains Sodium cromoglycate that works by stabilising mast cells (immune cells) and prevents the release of histamine, a substance responsible for causing inflammation. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the lungs and makes it easier to breathe and helps to prevent asthma attacks.

Use Chromotop 2mg Inhaler as prescribed. You are advised to use Chromotop 2mg Inhaler for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Sometimes, it may cause a cough, sore throat, or difficulty breathing. These side effects of Chromotop 2mg Inhaler do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Sodium cromoglycate or any other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives, please tell your doctor. Chromotop 2mg Inhaler should be used in children only if advised by a doctor and under adult supervision. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Chromotop 2mg Inhaler. Avoid using Chromotop 2mg Inhaler if the packaging is torn or shows any signs of tampering. You are recommended to use reliever medicine prescribed by your doctor for the treatment of sudden asthma attacks.

Chromotop 2mg Inhaler contains Sodium cromoglycate, an anti-allergic agent used to prevent asthma symptoms. It stabilises mast cells (immune cells) and prevents the release of histamine, a substance responsible for causing inflammation. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the lungs, makes breathing easier, and helps prevent asthma attacks. Also, it may be used to prevent shortness of breath caused by exercise. Thus, it can be used before exercise or before exposure to dust or other known asthma triggers, such as dust mites or pollen.

• Cough

• Sore throat

• Difficulty breathing

If you are allergic to Sodium cromoglycate or any other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives, please tell your doctor. Chromotop 2mg Inhaler should be used in children only if advised by a doctor and under adult supervision. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Chromotop 2mg Inhaler. Avoid using Chromotop 2mg Inhaler if the packaging is torn or shows any signs of tampering. You are recommended to use reliever medicine prescribed by your doctor for the treatment of sudden asthma attacks. Inform your other dentists, doctors and pharmacists that you are using Chromotop 2mg Inhaler. Do not use any other medicines for your breathing problems without checking with your doctor first.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are using any other prescription or non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found.

• Avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.

• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.

• Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice, as it may worsen asthma symptoms.

• Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of the Chromotop 2mg Inhaler and irritate the lungs worsening breathing problems.

• Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than two times a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises and self-care.