Group 2 - Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) Flashcards
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Drug Class?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Drug Class:
- Anticholinergic
- Bronchodilator
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Mechanism of Action (MOA)?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) MOA:
- Inhibits vagally-mediated reflexes by antagonizing the action of acetylcholine
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Indications?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Indications:
- Bronchospasm associated with COPD (emphysema and chronic bronchitis)
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Contraindications?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Adverse Reactions?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Adverse Reactions:
- Resp: Coughing, increased sputum
- CNS: Dizziness, insomnia, tremors
- GI: Nausea
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Adult Dose?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Adult Dose:
- 500 mcg in 2.5 ml NS via SVN or in-line with a ventilator device. Repeat according to medical control.
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Pediatric Dose?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Pediatric Dose:
- 500 mcg in 2.5 ml NS via SVN or in-line with a ventilator device. Do not repeat.
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Onset of Action?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Onset of Action:
- 5 - 15 minutes
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Peak Effects?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Peak Effects:
- 60 - 120 minutes
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Duration of Action?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Duration of Action:
- 4 - 8 hours
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
AZ Drug Box Minimum Supply?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
AZ Drug Box Minimum Supply:
- 5 ml
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Special Notes?
Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)
Special Notes:
- Anticholinergics produce preferential dilation of the larger central airways
- May be more effective use in combination with beta agonists (such as albuterol)
- Keep out of light in foil pouch and avoid excessive humidity
