ipratropium bromide Flashcards
Brand names for ipratropium bromide
Atrovent
MOA for ipratropium bromide
Blocks acetylcholine receptors on bronchial smooth muscle
Bronchodilation of the larger airways
Indications for ipratropium bromide
Asthma
Bronchospasm associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema
Contraindications for ipratropium bromide
Known hypersensitivity
Adverse reactions to ipratropium bromide
Tachycardia Palpitations Tremors Nervousness Anxiety Headache Nausea / vomiting
Route of administration for ipratropium bromide
Nebulzed for inhalation
Onset/Peak/Duration for ipratropium bromide
O: 1-3 minutes
P: 1.5 - 2 hours
D: 4-6 hours
Adult dosages for ipratropium bromide
0.5 mg in 2.5 mL normal saline
May repeat dose
Pediatric dosages for ipratropium bromide
0.5 mg in 2.5 mL normal saline
May repeat the dose
Special considerations for ipratropium bromide
May be used in conjunction with albuterol sulfate
Standard supplies for ipratropium bromide
Premixed solution in a unit dose
Classes for ipratropium bromide
Anticholinergic
Bronchodilator
