What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip
the missed dose and wait until your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use
extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.
Ipratropium inhalation is not expected to cause overdose symptoms.
What should I avoid while using ipratropium inhalation?
Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. If this happens, rinse with water.
What are the possible side effects of ipratropium inhalation?
Stop using ipratropium inhalation and get emergency medical help if you have any of
these
signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of
your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a fast, pounding heartbeat.
Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
If you switch from Atrovent to Atrovent HFA, you may notice a
slightly different taste or feel after inhaling the medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any
unusual or bothersome side effect.
What other drugs will affect ipratropium inhalation?
Before using ipratropium inhalation, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following
medicines:
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atropine (Donnatal, and others),
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belladonna,
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clidinium (Quarzan),
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dicyclomine (Bentyl),
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glycopyrrolate (Robinul),
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hyoscyamine (Anaspaz, Cystospaz, Levsin, and others)
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mepenzolate (Cantil),
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methantheline (Provocholine),
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methscopolamine (Pamine), and
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propantheline (Pro-Banthine), or
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scopolamine (Transderm-Scop).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs not listed that
can affect ipratropium inhalation. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter
medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by
other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about ipratropium inhalation.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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