Ipratropium Flashcards
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Ipratropium - Mechanism of action
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Is a bronchodilator.
Anticholinergic agent. It antagonises acetylcholine receptors, causing vagal inhibition resulting in bronchodilation.
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Ipratropium - Indications
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Bronchospasm secondary to CORD or asthma.
Prominent bronchospasm secondary to airway burns or smoke inhalation or chest infection.
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Ipratropium - Contraindications
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Known severe allergy
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Ipratropium - Cautions
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None.
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Ipratropium - Dosage
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0.5mg nebulised
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Ipratropium - Common side effects
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[DBT]
Tachycardia.
Dry mouth.
Blurred vision.
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Ipratropium - Onset of effect
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2-5 minutes.
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Ipratropium - Duration of effect
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6 hours
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Ipratropium - Preparation
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Ampoule containing 0.5mg in 2ml
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Ipratropium - Repeats
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None. Administer once.
