Ipramid20mcg
Rx- Generic:
- Ipratropium Bromide
- Company:
- Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Inhaler
- Pack size:
- 200 puffs inhaler
৳ 129.99/unit
Pack: ৳ 129.99
At a glance
Ipratropium Bromide — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Ipratropium Bromide is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. Ipratropium Bromide is only for the inhalational purpose, so do not swallow the capsule. The first dose is given under medical supervision to prevent the side effects happen during first use. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. 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 emergency. The most common side effects of this medicine include nasal dryness, headache, cough or throat irritation, and dry mouth or throat. 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. Ipratropium Bromide is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.
Indications
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) • Asthma
Mechanism of action
Ipratropium bromide blocks the action of acetylcholine at parasympathetic sites in bronchial smooth muscle causing bronchodilation.
Dosage
Adult Dose: Inhalation Asthma; Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Adult: As Inhaler: Adults: 1-2 puffs (20 mg/puff) 3-4 times daily. Single doses of up to 80 mcg may be required in some patients. As nebulized soln 250-500 mcg 3-4 times daily. Child Dose: Inhalation Asthma; Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Child: As metered-dose aerosol: <6 yr 20 mcg tid; 6-12 yr 20-40 mcg tid. As soln for nebulisation: <6 yr For acute asthma: 125-250 mcg, given no more often than 6 hrly up to a total dose of 1 mg. 6-12 yr For acute and chronic asthma: 250 mcg, repeated as necessary up to a total dose of 1 mg.
Administration
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.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Ipratropium Bromide, 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.
Side effects
Common: • Dryness in mouth • Dry nose
Precautions & warnings
No interaction found/established Ipratropium Bromide makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed. It should be taken at the same time each day. 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. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help. Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat. Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using. Your doctor may monitor your blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication. Only small amounts of Ipratropium Bromide may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Contraindications
Ipratropium Bromide solution should not be taken by patients with known hypersensitivity to atropine or its derivatives or to any other component of the product.
Drug interactions
Increased toxicity with other anticholinergic drugs.
Food interactions
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ipratropium Bromide. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Ipratropium Bromide 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.
Use in lactation
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Ipratropium Bromide is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No interaction found/established No interaction found/established
Common questions
i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem. It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same What is copd what is the best solution for it Copd is smokers disease. Read more about it at : http://www.arohealth.com/copd/ Cold. 26 days post surgey of cist removal. On medication of shelcal 500 mg nd with consistent asthalin+ipravent nebulizer You need to be assessed in clinic before a treatment can be prescribed Old cough at morning last 15 years can be bronchial asthma or COPD consult chest physician What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism? U can Google for details Chronic pulmonary obstacle. Suffering cough and breathing problem X ray has to be seen, and other blood reports too I have a problem of cold from my childhood and asthma Asthma needs assessment by pulmonary function tests and subsequent therapy depending on that Having triuble breathing x ray showed more then usual size lungs and the lower part wasnt that curvy like the normal one (I googled about the pic I saw so may vary) and the report was early copd and my allergy level was high while normally 0 to 100 I was having aa90 so I want to know more about the disease in this age Copd is common in age 40 or above . Meet a pulmonologist near you . You may be having severe asthma