Ipatropium Bromide Flashcards

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What drug class is ipatropium bromide?

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Anticholinergic agent

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Pharmacology of ipatropium bromide

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Antimuscarinic agent that promotes bronchodilation

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Presentation of ipatropium bromide

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Neb: 250microg/1ml

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Indications of ipatropium bromide

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Moderate bronchospasm ( unresponsive to initial QAS salbutamol Neb)

Severe bronchospasm

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ContraIndications for ipatropium bromide

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Allergy/ ADR

Patients < 1 years

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Side effects of ipatropium bromide

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Dry mouth
Palpitations
Dilated pupils

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Dosage of ipatropium bromide

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500microg, repeat at 20 minutes , max dose age 1.5mg

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