What is ipratropium aerosol inhaler or solution for inhalation?
IPRATROPIUM (Atrovent®) is a bronchodilator, a medicine that helps people with lung problems to breathe more easily. It works by opening up the air passages in your lungs. It is not to be used alone for treating an acute attack of breathing problems, as it takes some time to work. A generic ipratropium aerosol inhaler is not yet available, but generic ipratropium solution for inhalation is available. Atrovent Inhl Precautions Before using ipratropium, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to peanuts, soybean, soya lecithin, atropine, other belladonna-type drugs; or if you have any other allergies. (For patients using the ipratropium HFA inhaler, the peanut/soybean/soya lecithin allergy warning does not apply.) Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: narrow angle glaucoma, trouble urinating, enlarged prostate. Although unlikely, this medication may cause dizziness. It may also cause temporary blurred vision
