Ipratropium Bromide Flashcards
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Indications and field use of Ipratropium Bromide
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Treatment for bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Respiratory distress
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Mechanism of action of Ipratropium Bromide
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Anticholinergic agent
Appears to inhibit vagally-mediated reflexes by antagonizing the action of acetylcholine
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Contraindications of Ipratropium Bromide
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Hypersensitivity this drug or atropine
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Adverse reactions of Ipratropium Bromide in respiratory
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Coughing
Sputum increased
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Adverse reactions of Ipratropium Bromide in CNS
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Dizziness Insomnia Tremor Nervousness Nausea in GI
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Adult dosage of Ipratropium Bromide
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500 mcg in 2.5 ml normal saline via SVN with mouth piece
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Routes of administration of Ipratropium Bromide
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Nebulized mouth piece or inline
Inhaler
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Brand name of Ipratropium bromide
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Atrovent
