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Ipotropium Bromide Flashcards

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What is IPR

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.It is a muscarinic antagonist - cause bronchodialation.
.It targets muscarinic receptors that are found in the lungs, heart, eyes, bladder etc.

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When do we use IPR

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.Acute, severe, or life threatening asthma
.Acute asthma unresponsive to salbutamol
.Exacerbation of COPD unresponsive to salbutamol

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Contraindications of IPR

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None in emergency settings

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Cautions of IPR

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. Pts with glaucoma
. Pregnancy and breastfeeding
. Prostate hyperplasia
. If pt has COPD limit oxygen with nebuliser to 6 minutes

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Side effects of IPR

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.Nausea
.Dry mouth
.Tachycardia
.Paroxysmal tightness in chest
.Allergic reaction

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Dose and administration of IPR

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.Nebulised with oxygen on 6-8L
.Adult 500mcg
.No repeat dose

.Children:
1mth-18mth = 125mcg-250mcg
18mth-11yrs = 250mcg
ALWAYS CHECK JRCALC

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