A patient who is using inhaled cromolyn sodium (Intal) daily calls the clinic to report experiencing cough and a bad taste. The nurse will instruct the patient to perform which action?

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Drinking water before and after using the inhaled medication can help alleviate the cough and bad taste side effects. These are common side effects of inhaled cromolyn sodium and do not typically require stopping the medication or using it only as needed for acute bronchospasms. However, the patient may still want to follow up with the provider to discuss these effects and ensure that the medication is still appropriate for their treatment plan.

A Patient Who Is Using Inhaled Cromolyn Sodium (Intal) Daily