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What type is Ipratropium Bromide?
Anticholinergic bronchodilator
What is the action of Ipratropium Bromide?
Bronchodilation
Blocks vagal reflexes which mediate bronchoconstriction
synergistic when used in combination with salbutamol.
What is the route for Ipratropium Bromide?
Nebulised
What is the onset for Ipratropium Bromide?
3-5 minutes.
What is the duration of Ipratropium Bromide?
2-4 hours
What is the use for Ipratropium Bromide?
Moderate to severe asthma
COPD
What are the adverse effects of Ipratropium Bromide?
Mild anticholinergic effects, e.g. urine retention.
What are the contraindications for Ipratropium Bromide?
Allergy or hypersensitivity to Ipratropium Bromide
Glaucoma.
What is the preparation for Ipratropium Bromide?
500mcg in 1ml nebule for pts. ≥6 yrs. of age
250mcg in 1ml nebule for pts. <6 yrs. of age
What is the dose of Ipratropium Bromide for moderate to severe asthma and COPD?
Patients 6years of age or over
500mcg (1ml) nebulised mixed with salbutamol
Repeat once whilst indicated
Maximum dose
: 1mg (2mL)
Patients under 6 years of age
250mcg (1ml) nebulised mixed with salbutamol
Repeat once while indicated
Maximum dose
: 500mcg (2mL)
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Ipratropium Bromide
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10/7/2013, 6:57:32 AM
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