Ipratropium Bromide

Question 1

Atrovent Intro

Answer 1

• An anticholinergic bronchodilator. It inhibits the vagal reflexes that mediate bronchospasm.
• Combined with a nebulised short-acting beta-2 agonist (Salbutamol), Ipratropium bromide produces significantly greater bronchodilation than a short-acting beta-2 agonist alone.

Question 2

Atrovent Indications

Answer 2

Severe bronchospasm:

Adult:
Severe to life-threatening asthma or COPD

Paediatric:
Severe to life-threatening asthma

Question 3

Atrovent Contraindications

Answer 3

Hypersensitivity

Question 4

Atrovent Presentation

Answer 4

250 mcg in 1ml

Question 5

2 Atrovent Precautions / Notes

Answer 5

• Glaucoma
• Avoid contact with eyes.

Question 6

Atrovent Special Considerations (Side Effects)

Answer 6

Headache.
Nausea, dizziness
Dry Mouth, throat irritation
Taste disturbance
Skin rash.