What is Alocril: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Alocril overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Alocril

Generic Names:

  • Alocril

Uses:

  • Treats itchy eyes caused by allergies.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Ophthalmologic Agent

Forms:

  • Drop

How it’s taken:

  • Into the eye

What is Alocril used for?

What form(s) does Alocril come in

  • Drop

What are common Alocril doses?

  • Bottle 5ML of 2%

Common Alocril prescriptions

  • Alocril
    5ml of 2% bottle

How to take Alocril

  • Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • To use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away.

  • Lie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Shake the eye drops well just before each use.

  • Use this medicine whenever you are going to be exposed to the cause of your allergy, even if you do not yet have symptoms of eye itching.

  • Wash your hands before and after using the medicine.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Use this medicine whenever you are going to be exposed to the cause of your allergy, even if you do not yet have symptoms of eye itching.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Shake the eye drops well just before each use.

  • Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • To use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away.

  • Wash your hands before and after using the medicine.

  • Lie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

What to do if you miss a dose of Alocril

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

  • If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.

  • Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Alocril contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to nedocromil.

Alocril warnings

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine.

Alocril interactions

  • Do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using any other eyedrops.

Alocril side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Runny or stuffy nose

  • Extreme sensitivity to sunlight

  • Wheezing or trouble breathing

  • Increased redness or itching of the eye

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Headache

  • Burning or stinging in the eye

  • Runny or stuffy nose

  • Increased redness or itching of the eye

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