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Nedocromil
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Definition
: A pyranoquinolone derivative that inhibits activation of inflammatory cells which are associated with ASTHMA, including eosinophils, neutrophils, macrophages, mast cells, monocytes, and platelets.
Pharmacological Action
Anti-Allergic Agents
;
Anti-Asthmatic Agents
;
Anti-Inflammatory Agents
Other names
Alocril; Sodium, Nedocromil; FPL59002; FPL 59002; Calcium, Nedocromil; Vita Brand of Nedocromil Sodium; Tilavist; Tilaire; Tilade; Tilad; Rh+¦ne-
Poulenc Rorer Brand of Nedocromil Sodium; Pantheon Brand of Nedocromil Sodium; Nedocromil, Disodium salt, Hydrate; Nedocromil, Disodium Salt; Nedocromil, Calcium Salt (1:1); Rapitil; Nedocromil Sodium; Nedocromil Calcium; Lesvi Brand of Nedocromil Sodium; Irtan
Drugs
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:
NEDOCROMIL SODIUM
;
ALOCRIL
;
TILADE