(see review by Garland, 1991)
It is known to somewhat inhibit chloride channels (37% ± 7%) and thus may inhibit the:

exaggerated neuronal reflexes triggered by stimulation of irritant receptors on sensory nerve endings (e.g. exercise-induced asthma)
release of preformed cytokines from several type of inflammatory cells (T cells, eosinophils) in allergen-induced asthmaNote: Another chemical (NPPB: 5-nitro-2(3-phenyl) propylamino-benzoic acid) was shown, in the same study, to be a more effective chloride channel blocker. Finally it may act by inhibiting calcium influx. Cromoglicate is classified as a chromone. Cromolyn is also being tested as a drug to treat insulin-induced lipoatrophy  and Alzheimers disease in combination with Ibuprofen. Cromolyn is also known to bind S100P protein and disrupt the interaction with RAGE. Synthesis


== References ==
Herpesviral meningitis is meningitis associated with herpes simplex virus (HSV).HSV-2 is the most common cause of Mollarets meningitis, a type of recurrent viral meningitis. This condition was first described in 1944 by French neurologist Pierre Mollaret. Recurrences usually last a few days or a few weeks, and resolve without treatment. They may recur weekly or monthly for approximately 5 years following primary infection. Diagnosis
Although DNA analysis techniques such as polymerase chain reaction can be used to look for DNA of herpesviruses in spinal fluid or blood, the results may be negative, even in cases where other definitive symptoms exist. Treatment
See also
Herpesviral encephalitis

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