Ipratropium Bromide G2

Question 1

Ipratropium Bromide Class

Answer 1

• Anticholinergic
• Short-acting antimuscarinic bronchodilator

Question 2

Ipratropium Bromide MOA

Answer 2

• Antagonizes action of acetylcholine on bronchial smooth muscle walls, resulting in increased duration of sympathetic response.

Question 3

Ipratropium Bromide Indications

Answer 3

• Persistent bronchospasms
• COPD exacerbation
• Toxic inhalation in conjunction with albuterol.

Question 4

Ipratropium Bromide Adult dose

Answer 4

• 0.5 mg via SVN or in-line with BVM, in conjunction with albuterol; repeat every 20 min. as needed up to 3 doses

Question 5

Ipratropium Bromide Contraindications

Answer 5

• Known hypersensitivity to anticholinergics
• Use with caution in urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hypertensive and history of CAD.

Question 6

Ipratropium Bromide Adverse reactions

Answer 6

• CNS: headache, dizziness, insomnia, tremors, nervousness
• Resp: coughing, increased sputum production
• GI: nausea

Question 7

Ipratropium Bromide Pediatric dose

Answer 7

• 0.5 mg via SVN or in-line with BVM, in conjunction with albuterol; repeat every 20 min. as needed up to 3 doses