IPRATROPIUM (generic name) ATROVENT (brand name) Flashcards

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IPRATROPIUM

Drug Class

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DRUG CLASS

Anticholinergic

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IPRATROPIUM

Indications

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INDICATIONS
Persistent Bronchospasm (Asthma), COPD exacerbation
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IPRATROPIUM

Mechanism of Action

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MECHANISM OF ACTION
Inhibits iteration of acetylcholine at a receptor sites of bronchial smooth muscle (in the lungs), resulting in decrease contractility of the bronchial smooth muscle and a decrease in mucous production.

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IPRATROPIUM

Contraindications

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CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity of Ipratropium, atropine, alkaloids, peanuts.
Note: New manufactured has eliminated the contraindication pertaining to peanut and soy allergy.

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IPRATROPIUM

Adverse Effects

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ADVERSE EFFECTS
Headache, dizziness, nervousness, fatigue, tremor, blurred vision, cough, dyspnea, worsening COPD symptoms, tachycardia, palpitations, flushing, MI, dry mouth, NV, GI distress.

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IPRATROPIUM

Precautions

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PRECAUTIONS

No drug interactions reported.

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IPRATROPIUM

Dose and Administration

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DOSE AND ADMINISTRATION
ADULT
250 - 500 mcg (.25 to .5 mg) inhalation with nebulizer every 20 minutes up to 3 times
PEDI
same as adult
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