Ipratropium and Albuterol (Inhalation, Oral/Nebulization Route)

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Ipratropium and Albuterol (Inhalation, Oral/Nebulization Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Combivent
  • Duoneb

Canadian Brand Names

  • Ratio-Ipra Sal Udv

Description

Ipratropium and albuterol combination is used to help control the symptoms of lung diseases, such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. It is also used to treat air flow blockage and prevent the worsening of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in patients who need another medicine.

Ipratropium and albuterol belong to the family of medicines known as bronchodilators. Bronchodilators are medicines that are breathed in through the mouth to open up the bronchial tubes (air passages) in the lungs.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution
  • Aerosol Powder
  • Aerosol Liquid
Before Using

DR600177

Portions of this document last updated:

Oct. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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