Contrast of the Effect of Alomide and Sodium Cromoglycate in the Treatment of Allergic Eye Diseases

Purpose: To observe the clinical effect of alomide and sodium cromoglycate eyedrops in the treatment of atopic conjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis and giant papillary conjunctivitis.Methods: Randomized control study was used. Alomide and sodium cromoglycate eyedrops used to treat two groups of patients for two weeks. The effects of the two groups were compared.Results: With respect of comprehensive therapeutic effect, the effectiveness rate was 83. 6% in alomide group, and 63. 3% in sodium cromoglycate group, which was not significantly different statistically. With respect of itching alleviation, alomide is more effective than sodium cromoglycate. No adverse effects were found in both groups. Conclusion: Our study suggests that alomide is a safe and effective drug in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. Eye Science 2000; 16: 214-216.