Who should take cromolyn nasal spray?

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If you are experiencing nasal discomfort due to allergies, nasal cromolyn could help relieve your symptoms. Symptoms like stuffiness, runny nose, and sneezing can be caused by either seasonal (pollen) or chronic (dust) allergies. Studies have focused mainly on young adults, excluding children, elderly persons, and pregnant or breastfeeding women. For this reason, the product's efficiency is most descriptive of young adults and possibly best suited for that age group.

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