Ipralungs 500mcg Respules 5.0 respules in 1 packet

All Details About Ipralungs 500mcg Respules

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Ipralungs 500mcg Respules

Description:

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules 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

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules 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.

Earlier 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Employ 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.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Ipralungs

Headache
Dizziness
Throat irritation
Cough
Dryness in mouth
Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ipralungs 500mcg Respules. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Ipralungs 500mcg Respules during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ipralungs 500mcg Respules during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
You may feel dizzy, or have difficulty in focusing, or blurred vision while taking Ipralungs 500mcg Respules

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

FAQs:

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules a steroid?

No, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules is not a steroid.

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules a narcotic?

No, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules is not a narcotic.

Does it contain opium?

It does not contain opium or its derivative.

Does Ipralungs 500mcg Respules cause weight gain?

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules has no known effects on weight gain.

Does Ipralungs 500mcg Respules cause constipation?

Affirmative, constipation is a known side effect of Ipralungs 500mcg Respules.

Does Ipralungs 500mcg Respules cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules may sometimes cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) in some patients. It is not a common side effect of Ipralungs 500mcg Respules.

Does Ipralungs 500mcg Respules cause an increase in blood pressure?

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules has no known effects on blood pressure.

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 Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide a bronchodilator?

Affirmative, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules/ Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide a long acting bronchodilator?

No, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules/ Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?

Ipralungs 500mcg Respules is neither antihistamine nor an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of anticholinergic bronchodilators.

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?

Affirmative, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules/ Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules safe for infants?

Affirmative, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules is safely used in infants. Tolerants should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Is Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide a rescue inhaler?

No, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules 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.

Can Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide used alone?

Affirmative, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.

Does Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide expire?

Affirmative, Ipralungs 500mcg Respules bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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