Ipratropium Bromide

Question 1

How does Atrovent present

Answer 1

250mcg/1mL

Question 2

What are the pharmacodynamics of atrovent

Answer 2

• Anticholinergic bronchodilator
• Allows bronchodilatation by inhibiting cholinergic bronchomotor tone (Blocks vagal reflexes)

Question 3

What are the indications for Atrovent ?

Answer 3

1. Severe respiratory distress associated with bronchospasm
2. Exacerbation of COPD irrespective of severity

Question 4

What are the contraindications for ipatropium bromide

Answer 4

Known hypersensitivity to Atropine or its derivatives

Question 5

What are the precautions to Atrovent

Answer 5

1. Glaucoma
2. Avoid contact with eyes

Question 6

What are the side effects of Atrovent

Answer 6

1. Headache
2. Nausea
3. Dry mouth
4. Skin rash
5. Tachycardia (Rare)
6. Palpitations (rare)
7. Acute angle closure glaucoma secondary to direct eye contact

Question 7

What is the onset time of Atrovent

Answer 7

3-5 minutes

Question 8

What is the peak time of atrovent

Answer 8

1.5 - 2hours

Question 9

What is the duration of Atrovent

Answer 9

6 hours