IPRATROPIUM bromide, 0.25mg/ml, 2ml, sol. for nebulizer

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IPRATROPIUM solution for nebulizer

Therapeutic Action

Inhaled anticholinergic bronchodilator

After inhalation, it causes rapid bronchodilation within minutes (approx. 3 min.) and lasting for 4-6 hours.

Indications

Symptoms related to bronchospasm in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in combination with salbutamol solution for nebuliser.

Severe acute life-threatening asthma, in association with salbutamol solution for nebuliser.

Instructions for use

Ready-to-use solution for inhalation to be given with a nebuliser and a mask.

2 different presentations:

  • 1 ml ampoule containing 0.25 mg (= 250 µg) ipratropium bromide for paediatric use (< 6 years)
  • 2 ml ampoule containing 0.50 mg (= 500 µg) for adults and children over 6 years

Method of administration:

  • Assemble the nebuliser according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Empty the required ipratropium solution into the nebuliser reservoir.
  • Add salbutamol solution for nebuliser.
  • Complete with 0.9% sodium chloride to obtain a total volume of 5 ml in the nebuliser reservoir.
  • Avoid eye contact with the aerosol generated by the nebuliser.
  • With pneumatic nebulisers, the flow of air or oxygen to pulse the solution will be adjusted according to the patient's condition and the manufacturer's recommendations.
  • Nebulisation should not normally exceed 10-20 minutes.
  • After nebulisation, any unused solution remaining in the nebuliser reservoir should be discarded.
  • Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use, cleaning and maintenance of the nebuliser.

Precautions for Use

Only by inhalation route. Never use nebuliser solution by parenteral route.

Do not swallow.

Storage

Below 25°C ‐ Protect from sunlight