Ipratropium Bromide Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Ipratropium Bromide-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

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Generic Name : Ipratropium Bromide

Pronunciation : (I pra troe' pee um)

ICD Code : Y55.6 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Asthmatics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Ipratropium Bromide

India :

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International :

Atrovent Nasal Spray, Atrovent HFA

Why is Ipratropium Bromide Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a bronchodilator, opens the air passages to the lungs, making it easier to breathe. It is used - on a regular schedule - to prevent bronchospam caused by chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseaes. It is not used to treat bronchospasm attacks when a rapid response is required.

When should Ipratropium Bromide not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Ipratropium Bromide?

Inhalation: The recommended dose (ipratropium bromide nasal spray 0.03%) is two sprays (42 mcg) per nostril two or three times daily (total dose 168 to 252 mcg/day).

How should Ipratropium Bromide be taken?

It comes as a nasal spray to be inhaled through the nostrils.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ipratropium Bromide?

•Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, enlarged prostate, urinary obstruction, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Avoid contact with eyes. Flush with water immediately if eye contact occurs. Patients on nebulisation should wear an eye mask to avoid the risk of acute angle closure glaucoma.

What are the side effects of Ipratropium Bromide?

Most Common- Flu-like symptoms, tremor, sleeplessness, nervousness, constipation, sore throat, chest pain and difficulty in breathing.
Body as Whole- Back pain and headache.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness.
Gastrointestinal- Indigestion, dry mouth, nausea and vomiting.
Respiratory- Inflammation of nose, sinus, bronchus and cough.
Potentially Fatal- Severe allergic reactions and fast heart rate.