Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Ipravent Respirator Solution
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.
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.
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 Ipravent
Headache
Dizziness
Throat irritation
Cough
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ipravent Respirator Solution. Please consult your doctor.
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.
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.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
FAQs:
Q. Is Ipravent Respirator Solution a steroid?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution is not a steroid.
Q. Is Ipravent Respirator Solution a narcotic?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution is not a narcotic.
Q. Does it contain opium?
It does not contain opium or its derivative.
Q. Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause weight gain?
Ipravent Respirator Solution has no known effects on weight gain.
Q. Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause constipation?
Affirmative, constipation is a known side effect of Ipravent Respirator Solution.
Q. 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.
Q. Does Ipravent Respirator Solution cause an increase in blood pressure?
Ipravent Respirator Solution has no known effects on blood pressure.
Q. 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).
Q. 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.
Q. Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a bronchodilator?
Affirmative, Ipravent Respirator Solution/ Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.
Q. Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a long acting bronchodilator?
No, Ipravent Respirator Solution/ Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.
Q. 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.
Q. Is Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?
Affirmative, Ipravent Respirator Solution/ Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.
Q. Is Ipravent Respirator Solution safe for infants?
Affirmative, Ipravent Respirator Solution is safely used in infants. Tolerants should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q. 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.
Q. Can Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide used alone?
Affirmative, Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.
Q. Does Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide expire?
Affirmative, Ipravent Respirator Solution bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.
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