Ipatropium Bromide Flashcards
1
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What drug class is ipatropium bromide?
A
Anticholinergic agent
2
Q
Pharmacology of ipatropium bromide
A
Antimuscarinic agent that promotes bronchodilation
3
Q
Presentation of ipatropium bromide
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Neb: 250microg/1ml
4
Q
Indications of ipatropium bromide
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Moderate bronchospasm ( unresponsive to initial QAS salbutamol Neb)
Severe bronchospasm
5
Q
ContraIndications for ipatropium bromide
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Allergy/ ADR
Patients < 1 years
6
Q
Side effects of ipatropium bromide
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Dry mouth
Palpitations
Dilated pupils
7
Q
Dosage of ipatropium bromide
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500microg, repeat at 20 minutes , max dose age 1.5mg