Uses of Ipratropium

Ipratropium is used to treat breathing problems like chronic asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Therapeutic Category

Ipratropium: Bronchodilators

How Ipratropium works

Ipratropium helps you breathe easily by blocking cholinergic receptors, which leads to decrease in the production of a chemical in the lung airways, and reduced contraction of the smooth muscles.

Common side effects of Ipratropium

• headache, dizziness
• cough
• nose, mouth, and throat irritation
• dry mouth
• nausea
• stomach upset or discomfort

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• wheezing or other difficulties in breathing
• allergic reactions (skin rash and itching, swelling of your mouth and face, sudden difficulties in breathing and reduction of your blood pressure, throat tightness)
• fast, uneven heartbeat, quickening of your heart rate, or irregular heart rhythm
• In case of accidental overdosage or ingestion

Health Tips for Ipratropium

• Take Ipratropium exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid changing the dosage or stopping the medication without consulting your doctor
• Before starting Ipratropium, let your doctor know about any other medications you are taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and supplements
• Ipratropium should be used with caution in pregnant and breast feeding women