Ipratropium Bromide

Question 1

Pharmacology and presentation of Ipratropium Bromide?

Answer 1

500 microg/1ml Polyamp
21mcg per MDI spray

Anticholinergic bronchodilator, inhibits cholinergic broncho-motor tone, i.e. blocks vagal reflex thus causing bronchodilation

Question 2

Indicators of Ipratropium Bromide?

Answer 2

• Severe resp distress associated with bronchospasm

Question 3

Contraindications of Ipratropium Bromide?

Answer 3

• Hypersensitivity to Atropine or its derivatives

Question 4

Cautions of Ipratropium Bromide?

Answer 4

• Glaucoma
• Avoid contact with eye wherever possible.

Question 5

Side Effects of Ipratropium Bromide?

(STD NAH)

Answer 5

• Headache
• Acute angle closure glaucoma secondary to direct eye contact (rare)
• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Tachycardia and palpitations (rare)
• Skin rash.

Question 6

Dosing Regimes of Ipratropium Bromide?

Answer 6

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Question 7

Onset and duration of Ipratropium Bromide?

Answer 7

• Onset = 3-5 minutes
• Duration = 6 hours