About ipratropium + puff
Short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator
Used for
- Relieves wheezing and breathlessness in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Used with other medicines for some asthma-related breathing symptoms.
Usual adult dose
Usually 2 inhalations three or four times daily; dosing varies by condition and product.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 6–12 years, usually 1–2 inhalations three times daily; under 6 years, dosing requires medical supervision.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Cough or throat irritation
- Headache
- Blurred vision if spray enters the eyes
Important warnings
- Avoid spraying into the eyes; it can cause eye pain or worsen narrow-angle glaucoma.
- Seek urgent care for sudden worsening breathing or an allergic reaction.
- Use caution with urinary problems or enlarged prostate.
- This medicine is not a substitute for rapid emergency treatment of severe breathing difficulty.
Pregnancy
Use when needed after considering benefits and risks; pregnancy data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Use with caution; inhaled absorption is low, but breastfeeding data are limited.
Interactions
- Other anticholinergic medicines may increase side effects.
- Tell a clinician about other inhaled bronchodilators, especially beta-agonists.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.