Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution

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  • Asthma/COPD

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Ipratropium bromide 0.02% (500mcg in 2.5mL); for oral inhalation; preservative-free.

Pharmacological Class

Anticholinergic.

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How Supplied

Inhaler—12.9g (200 inh); inhalation soln—contact supplier

Generic Availability

HFA (NO); soln (YES)

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Indications

Indications

Bronchospasm associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Dosage and Administration

Adult

500mcg orally by nebulization 3–4 times daily; separate doses by 6–8 hours.

Children

Not established.

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Contraindications

Contraindications

Allergy to atropine or its derivatives.

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Not for primary treatment of acute attack. Avoid eyes. Narrow-angle glaucoma. GU obstruction. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Interactions

Interactions

Caution with other anticholinergics.

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Bronchitis, COPD exacerbation, dyspnea, headache, anticholinergic effects; paradoxical bronchospasm, hypersensitivity reactions.

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Clinical Trials

See Literature

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Note

Not Applicable

Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution Patient Counseling

See Literature