Ipratropium Bromide

Question 1

Ipratropium Bromide Drug Class

Answer 1

Anticholinergic Bronchodilator

Question 2

Ipratropium Bromide Action

Answer 2

• Bronchodilation
• Blocks vagal reflexes which mediate bronchoconstriction
• Synergistic when used in combination with salbutamol

Question 3

Ipratropium Bromide Adverse Effects

Answer 3

Mild anticholinergic effects - e.g. urinary retention

Question 4

Ipratropium Bromide Contraindications

Answer 4

• <6months of age
• Allergy or hypersensitivity
• Glaucoma

Question 5

Ipratropium Bromide Preparations

Answer 5

• 500mcg in 1mL nebule

- 250mcg in 1mL nebule

Question 6

Ipratropium Bromide Use

Answer 6

• Asthma

- COPD