Atrovent (Ipatropium Bromide)

Class

Parasympatholytic (anticholinergic)
Description

Anticholinergic (parasympatholytic) bronchodilator that is chemically related to Atropine. Used in the treatment of respiratory emergency
Mechanism of Action
- Causes bronchodilation and dries respiratory tract secretions.
- Blocks Acetylcholine receptors, thus inhibiting parasympaththetic stimulation.
Onset of Action
- Onset: Varies
- Peak: 1.5-2hrs
- Duration: 4-6hrs
- Half-life: 1.5-2hrs
Indications
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reversible Bronchospasm associated with chronic Bronchitis
- Emphysema
Contraindications
- Acute treatment of bronchospasm
- Known hypersensitivity
- Soy/peanut allergy
Precautions
- MUST monitor vital signs
- Lung sounds
- Flow rate
- Caution with Elderly
- Cardiovascular Disease
- HTN
Side Effects
- Palpitations
- Anxiety
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nervousness
- Rash
- Nausea/Vomiting
Adult Dose

500ug in small volume nebulizer @ 6-10LPM. Usually mixed with a beta 2 agonist
Pedi Dose

NONE
Max Dose

1 Dose
Route of Administration

Inhalation
How Supplied

500ug/2ml Bullets

Author

Kgren

134440

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Atrovent (Ipatropium Bromide)

Description

Atrovent (Ipatropium Bromide)

Updated

2012-02-11T20:37:42Z