Anti-muscarinic bronchodilators Flashcards
1
Q
what are examples of anti-muscarinic bronchodilators (AMB)?
A
ipratropium or tiotropium
2
Q
what are they used for?
A
Ipratropium - used for short term for relief of COPD
max effect - 30-60 minutes after use
Tiotropium: used for COPD
3
Q
What are the side effects related to?
A
they would have anti-muscarinic effects
4
Q
what are the S/E?
A
dry mouth, nausea, headache
big S/E of ipratropium and nebulised salbutamol – GLAUCOMA
