ipratropium

Uses• asthma
• chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (available on site)
Contraindications,
drug interactions
or cautions
Drug interactions
• anticholinergic-containing drugs
Adverse Effects (common and severe)• dry mouth
• taste changes
• urinary retention
Instructions and dose
(initial; typical)
MDI: 20mcg; 2 puffs every 8-6 hours or 250mcg Nebs: every 8 hours
Monitoring• glucose in diabetics
Source of Suggestion
WHO Model List of Essential Medicines
(Added on August, 2015)