Atrovent Flashcards
1
Q
Generic name
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Ipratropium
2
Q
Trade Name
A
Atrovent
3
Q
Classification
A
Bronchodilator
4
Q
Actions
A
Inhibits cholinergic receptors in the bronchial smooth muscle, resulting in decreased concentrations of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (Cycle GMP). Decreased levels of cyclic GMP produce local, not systemic, bronchodilation.
5
Q
Indications
A
Bronchospasm in asthma, chronic bronchitis and emphysema
6
Q
Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity to drug or atropine or its derivatives
7
Q
Precautions
A
Hypersensitivity to soy lecithin or related food products (soybeans peanuts)
Patient with narrow angle glaucoma
be careful to avoid accidental release into the eyes (use mouth piece neb if possible)
