Cromolyn Sodium

**Definition:** A chromone complex that acts by inhibiting the release of chemical mediators from sensitized MAST CELLS. It is used in the prophylactic treatment of both allergic and exercise-induced asthma, but does not affect an established asthmatic attack.

**Tree numbers:** - D03.383.663.283.266.300 - D03.633.100.150.266.300

**Synonyms:** - Disodium Cromoglycate - Sodium Cromoglycate