Information about Albuterol and Ipratropium
Generic Name : Albuterol and IpratropiumUp-to-date prescription details regarding Albuterol and Ipratropium are provided here.
Pronunciation : al-BUE-ter-ol- IP-ra-TROE-pee-um
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Albuterol and Ipratropium, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Therapeutic Classification : Bronchodilator
Trade Names/Brand Names of Albuterol and Ipratropium
International :
Combivent, Combivent Respimat, DuoNeb, Ratio-Ipra Sal Udv
Why is Albuterol and Ipratropium Prescribed? (Indications)
Albuterol or salbutamol and Ipratropium combination is prescribed to prevent wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest tightness, and coughing in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as chronic bronchitis (swelling of the air passages that lead to the lungs) and emphysema (damage to the air sacs in the lungs).It relaxes airway muscles that result in easy breathing.
When should Albuterol and Ipratropium not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivityWhat is the dosage of Albuterol and Ipratropium?
It is available as 90/18 mcg or 100/20 mcg (albuterol/ipratropium) per actuation of the inhaler. The recommended dose is one 3 mL vial administered 4 times per day.How should Albuterol and Ipratropium be taken?
It comes as a solution (liquid) to inhale by mouth using a nebulizer, as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Albuterol and Ipratropium?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, difficulty in urinating, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, diabetes, heart, liver or kidney disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, pediatric, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Do not use more than 12 puffs of the inhalation aerosol in 24 hours.
• It is recommended to “test-spray” three times before using for the first time.
• It may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
It may cause severe breathing problems, if it is so consult with your healthcare provider.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
What are the side effects of Albuterol and Ipratropium?
Body As A Whole - Pain, headache, uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body and nervousness.Heart - Chest pain, fast heart rate, elevated blood pressure, nausea, dizziness, heartburn.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, indigestion, nausea.
Skin – Hives, Rash, swelling of the eyes, face, lips, tongue, throat, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs and itching.
Musculoskeletal - Leg cramps.
Respiratory- Lung inflammation, lung disease, inflammation of pharynx, pneumonia.
Genitourinary - Urinary tract infection.
♦ Eye- Mydriasis(dilation of the pupil).