Ipratropium Flashcards
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Generic name for Atrovent
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Ipratropium
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Brand name for Ipratropium
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Atrovent
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Drug class of Atrovent
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Anticholinergic
4
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Mechanism of action for Atrovent
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inhibits muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the lungs. Resulting in decreased smooth muscle contractility and decreased mucous production
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Indiciations of Atrovent
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bronchospasm, COPD, asthma, or anaphylaxis
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Contraindications of Atrovent
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hypersensitivity to ipratropium, atropine, alkaloids, or peanuts
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Adverse effects of Atrovent
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headache, dizziness, fatigue, tremors, blurred vision dry mouth, N/V
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Precautions for Atrovent
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none reported
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Dose and admin for Atrovent
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250-500mcg (0.25-0.5mg) nebulized every 20mins. max repeat 3x