Ipravent Respirator Solution
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Cipla Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Ipratropium (250mcg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Atropine Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Anticholinergic - COPD |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 712 |
FAQ
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution safe for infants?
Yes, Ipravent Respirator Solution is safely used in infants. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Does Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide expire?
Yes, Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?
Ipravent Respirator Solution is neither antihistamine nor an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of anticholinergic bronchodilators.
Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?
Ipravent Respirator Solution may sometimes cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) in some patients. It is not a common side effect of Ipravent Respirator Solution.
Does it contain opium?
It does not contain opium or its derivative.
Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause an increase in blood pressure?
Ipravent Respirator Solution has no known effects on blood pressure.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a bronchodilator?
Yes, Ipravent Respirator Solution/ Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution a narcotic?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution is not a narcotic.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a rescue inhaler?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution is a bronchodilator for the maintenance treatment of bronchospasm. It is not indicated for the initial treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm where rescue therapy is required.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?
Yes, Ipravent Respirator Solution/ Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.
Is ipratropium bromide the same as albuterol?
Ipratropium bromide and albuterol are 2 different medicines. They have the same action. They relax the air passages and make breathing easier (bronchodilators).
Is ipratropium bromide the same as budesonide?
Ipratropium/ipratropium bromide and budesonide belong to different class of medicines but both are used either alone or in combination to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution a steroid?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution is not a steroid.
Can Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide used alone?
Yes, Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.
Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause weight gain?
Ipravent Respirator Solution has no known effects on weight gain.
Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is a known side effect of Ipravent Respirator Solution.
Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a long acting bronchodilator?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution/ Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.
What if you forget to take Ipravent Respules?
If you miss a dose of Ipravent Respirator Solution, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
Ipravent Respirator Solution Reviews
Ipravent Respirator Solution is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. It relaxes the muscles of your airways and eases symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing
Ipravent Respirator Solution is only for the inhalational purpose, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not prevent the already started breathing trouble or asthma attack, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, throat irritation, cough, dry mouth, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. To overcome dry mouth, it is advised to increase water intake, carry sugar candy or maintain good oral hygiene.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. If you experience dizziness or blurred vision, then avoid driving or attention-seeking activity.
Ipravent Respirator Solution is only for the inhalational purpose, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not prevent the already started breathing trouble or asthma attack, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, throat irritation, cough, dry mouth, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. To overcome dry mouth, it is advised to increase water intake, carry sugar candy or maintain good oral hygiene.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. If you experience dizziness or blurred vision, then avoid driving or attention-seeking activity.
How Ipravent Respirator Solution Works
Ipravent Respirator Solution is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.
How to Use Ipravent Respirator Solution
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.
Benefits of Ipravent Respirator Solution
- In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Ipravent Respirator Solution helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Uses of Ipravent Respirator Solution
- Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Ipravent Respirator Solution Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ipravent Respirator Solution is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ipravent Respirator Solution. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ipravent Respirator Solution is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Quick Tips
- Your doctor may monitor your blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Ipravent Respirator Solution makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
- Only small amounts of Ipravent Respirator Solution may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
References
- Ipratropium. Bracknell Berkshire: Boehringer Ingelheim Limited; 2004 [revised Feb. 2018].
- Drugs.com. Ipratropium Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 734.
- Brown JH, Laiken N. Muscarinic Receptor Agonists and Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 230-31.