Drug ipratropium bromide: uses and dosage

Ipratropium bromide drug with bronchodilator effect is often prescribed by doctors to treat asthma, allergies, colds or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The following article will provide readers with all the necessary information about the drug Ipratropium bromide.

Drug group: drugs acting on the respiratory tract
Brand name: Atrovent
Ingredients of the drug: include Ipratropium bromide and other full excipients.
Dosage form and content:
Aerosol solution: 4mg/10ml, in the dosing device, the quantity is 200 doses. Nasal solution: 4mg/10ml. Mist solution: 0.25mg/ 2 ml for children, 0.5 mg/ ml for adults. Nasal spray solution: 0.03% for 30ml bottles, 0.06% for 15ml bottles.

Ipratropium bromide is used to control wheezing symptoms caused by lung disease. The drug works to relax the muscles around the airways, making it easier for the patient to breathe. Ipratropium bromide is used frequently in the treatment of symptoms of lung cancer. If the person has sudden shortness of breath or is wheezing, use a rapid inhaler or nebulizer to control symptoms. Although the drug Ipratropium bromide does not work as quickly as a reliever, however, patients can use it in combination to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if prescribed by a doctor.
Some other effects of the drug are printed on the label, but you should only use it when prescribed by a doctor.
Ipratropium bromide is also effective in the treatment of asthma when beta 2 drugs are not strong enough.

Dosage of Ipratropium bromide is divided into adult and pediatric doses and depending on the dosage form of the drug, there will be different doses:
Dosage for adults:
Nebulizer inhaler with or without containing CFC: the patient inhales 2 times, equivalent to 36 mcg of the drug, with a frequency of 4-12 times/day. Spray solution: Use 500mcg drug (1 unit vial), 3-4 times / day. Dosage for children:
For infants: Spray solution using 25 mcg/kg, 3 times a day. For children from 3-12 years old: Aerosol containers with or without CFCs for children to inhale 1-2 times of medicine, frequency of 4-12 times / day. Children over 12 years old: Aerosol canisters with or without CFCs for children to inhale 2 times, frequency 4-12 times/day, spray solution for children to use 500mcg 3-4 times/day.

Use the inhaler to inhale the medication as directed by your doctor. The drug is usually used 3-4 times in a day, each time should be 6-8 hours apart. The mask is recommended to be used with the nebulizer instead of the nebulizer to avoid eye contact causing pain. If you are not using the nebulizer, keep your eyes closed while using the medication.
Shake the bottle well before use, inhale deeply and slowly and press the bottom of the medicine bottle, after taking the bottle out of your mouth, hold your breath for 10 seconds.
Users should clean the sprayer and nebulizer or mask after use, gargle after using the medicine to avoid dry mouth and sore throat.
Ipratropium bromide can be mixed with other drugs or saline solution under the direction of your doctor. Discard the vial if opened and not used.
In case of overdose, the patient should visit the nearest medical facility or hospital to check or contact the doctor to inform the body situation. When you visit your doctor, bring a list of prescription or nonprescription medications you are taking.

Ipratropium bromide can interact with some of the following drugs:
Morphine Sulfate Liposome Morphine Oxymorphone Umeclidinium Interactions can change the effect of the drug or increase the effect of side effects, so to avoid drug interactions , users should list the medications they are taking and seek advice from a doctor.

The following notes users should pay attention to when using Ipratropium bromide to be able to maximize the effectiveness of the drug and avoid the maximum side effects:
Ipratropium bromide is transparent and colorless, so if you see it, If the medicine contains particles or changes color, it should not be used. It is recommended to take the drug at the same time every day, absolutely do not increase the dose unless prescribed by the doctor Do not use the drug if allergic with any ingredients Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had conditions such as glaucoma, urinary or prostate problems Tell your doctor if you have any surgery. , inform the dentist about the use of Ipratropium bromide if using dental services. of the drug, its use should be limited while taking ipratropium bromide.

If experiencing the following symptoms, users should go to the emergency room immediately to avoid complications that are not good for the body: rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, face, throat,... Some rare side effects of the drug include headache, dry nose, nosebleeds, blurred vision.
The above is not a complete list of ipratropium bromide side effects, if you have questions about side effects, you should immediately go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
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