Ipratropium Bromide Flashcards by Samuel Leonard

Indication

Acute asthma attack unresponsive to salbutamol

Acute severe / life threatening asthma

Exacerbation of COPD unresponsive to salbutamol

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Action

Antimuscunaric bronchodilator which inhibits smooth muscle cell contraction

Short term relief

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Side effects

Tachycardia
Dry mouth
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Paroxysmal tightness of chest

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Contraindications

None in emergency setting

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Ipratropium Bromide Flashcards