How does Combivent work?
Combivent contains two active ingredients: ipratropium bromide and salbutamol sulphate. Ipratropium bromide is a type of medicine known as an antimuscarinic bronchodilator. It works by blocking different types of receptors, called muscarinic receptors, which are found on the muscle surrounding the airways in the lungs. As ipratropium blocks the receptors, it stops the action of acetylcholine and allows the airways to open, making it easier to breathe. Salbutamol sulphate is a short-acting beta 2 agonist. It works by acting on receptors in the lungs called beta 2 receptors. Stimulation of these receptors causes the muscles in the airways to relax, allowing the airways to open. This combination of medicines has an additive effect in opening the airways, and makes it easier to breathe in conditions where the airways tighten. Use: Asthma Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Combivent Inhaler (Ipratropium bromide/Salbutamol sulphate) Side Effects Headache Difficulty in passing urine
