Cromolyn side effects
- Condition
- ME/CFS
- At worst
- Not stated
- Ill for
- Not stated
- Published
- Feb 2024
Summary
Cromolyn sodium capsules, 4 x 200mg (800mg/day total) mixed into water; duration of illness and severity are not stated. She reported food passing through her digestion largely unprocessed, worse digestion generally, disrupted sleep, reduced capacity, and appetite loss after starting. She was asking other patients whether these side effects were normal and whether it was worth continuing for potential long-term benefit. The account ends without resolution, so no outcome or follow-up is available.
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