Class
Anticholinergic, bronchodilator
Brand Name
Atrovent
Mechanism of Action
Anticholinergic agent appears to inhibit vagally-mediated reflexes by antagonizing the action of acetylcholine.
Indications and Field Use
Treatment of bronchospasm associated with COPD. Used with other bronchodilators (i.e. Albuterol)
Adult Dosage
Give 500mcg in 2.5mL normal saline