Atrovent

Question 1

Atrovent: generic name

Answer 1

Ipratropium Bromide

Question 2

Atrovent: class

Answer 2

Bronchodilator: anticholinergic

Question 3

Atrovent: Action

Answer 3

• antagonizes the action of acetylcholine, preventing the interaction of acetylcholine with muscarinic receptors in bronchial smooth muscle, … CAUSING BRONCHODILATION
• ** Dries respiratory tract secretions

Question 4

Atrovent: onset/duration

Answer 4

Onset: within 15-30 minutes
Peak: 1-2 hours

Duration: 4-5 hours

Question 5

Atrovent: Indications

Answer 5

• Respiratory distress NON-Cardiac

- Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis

Question 6

Atrovent: Dosage/Route

Answer 6

Adult:
2.5ml (.02%) via nebulizer ** added to first dose of albuterol

PEDS:
PDC via nebulizer. ** added to first dose of albuterol

Question 7

Atrovent: contraindications

Answer 7

None

Question 8

Atrovent: side effects

Answer 8

• Nervous/dizziness
• Headache
• Cough
• Paradoxical Bronchospasm
• Palpitations
• Blurred vision/ eye irritation (with direct contract of mist)

Question 9

Atrovent: packaging

Answer 9

0.5mg/ *2.5ml (.02%)