Ipratropium Flashcards

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Atrovent Class

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parasympatholytic/anticholinergic, bronchodilator

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Atrovent Action

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Decreases the action of the PNS by blocking acetylcholine at bronchial smooth muscle receptor sites, causing bronchodilation and reduced respiratory secretions

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Atrovent Indications

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Bronchospasms associated with asthma and COPD

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Atrovent Contraindications

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hypersensitivity; do not administer if patient has already received atropine

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Atrovent Onset/Durration

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Onset: Immediate
Duration: 2 hrs

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Atrovent Adult dose

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0.5 mg nebulized

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Atrovent Pedi dose

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0.25 mg nebulized

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Atrovent Precautions

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use caution in children younger than 12 years old and patients with narrow-angle glaucoma

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