Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) Pharmacology

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Flashcards covering key terminology, mechanisms, indications, contraindications, dosing, and side effects of Ipratropium Bromide.

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Ipratropium Bromide

An anticholinergic medication used to cause bronchodilation and decrease bronchial secretions.

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Mechanism of Action

Causes bronchodilation by competitive inhibition of cholinergic receptors on bronchial smooth muscle and blocking acetylcholine.

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Indications

Conditions such as bronchial asthma and bronchospasm associated with COPD.

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Contraindications

Includes known hypersensitivity, acute treatment needs, ischemic chest pain, and acute narrow angle glaucoma.

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Adult Dose

250-500 mcg mixed with Ventolin or 2-4 puffs, administered q 20 minutes up to 3 times.

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Pediatric Dose

125-250 mcg mixed with Ventolin or NS, nebulized q 20 minutes up to 3 times for children under 12 years.

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Side Effects

Palpitations, anxiety, dizziness, headache, nervousness, rash, nausea, vomiting.

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Precautions

Considerations for patients with narrow angle glaucoma, BPH, and bladder-neck obstruction.