Atrovent/ Ipratropium Bromide Flashcards
1
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Atrovent Class
A
Anticholinergic
2
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Atrovent Action
A
Antagonizes the action of acetylcholine and causes bronchodilation and drying of respiratory tract secretions.
3
Q
Atrovent Indications
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- Bronchial Asthma
- Bronchospasm in acute exacerbation of COPD
- Bronchospasm w/ Anaphylaxis, Burns, Toxic Inhalations
- Bronchospasm associated with cardiac asthma
4
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Atrovent Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity to:
• Atropine
• atropine derivatives
• bromide.
5
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Atrovent Precautions
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- Elderly patients
- Individuals with cardiovascular disease
- Hypertension
- Pregnancy (B)
6
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Atrovent Dosage
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- Adults: Neb—0.5 mg O2 flow @ 8 lpm. Do not repeat. Subsequent nebulizers are with albuterol only.
- Pediatrics: same as adults
7
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Atrovent Onset/ Duration
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- Onset: 5-15 minutes
* Duration: 4-6 hours
8
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Atrovent Side Effects
A
- Palpitations
- Cough, Dry Mouth
- Blurred Vision
- Anxiety, Nervousness
- Dizziness
- HA
- Rash
- N/V
