Ipratropium Bromide Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the brand name of Ipratropium Bromide?

Atrovent.

What is the drug class of Ipratropium Bromide?

Anticholinergic, bronchodilator.

What is the proper adult dose and route of Ipratropium Bromide?

250-500 μg via inhalation with hand-held nebulizer every 20 minutes up to 3 times. NYS Protocols: 2.5mg/3 mL NS via nebulizer.

What is the proper pediatric dose and route of Ipratropium Bromide?

Same as adult. Signup and view all the answers

How does Ipratropium Bromide work on the body?

Inhibits interaction of acetylcholine at receptor sites of bronchial smooth muscle, resulting in bronchodilation and dries respiratory secretions. Little systemic anticholinergic effects. Signup and view all the answers

What are the indications for administering Ipratropium Bromide?

Asthma, COPD, and bronchospasm. Signup and view all the answers

What are the contraindications for administering Ipratropium Bromide?

Hypersensitivity to ipratropium, atropine, belladonna alkaloids, bromide, or fluorocarbons. Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential side effects/adverse reactions of Ipratropium Bromide?

CNS: nervousness, insomnia, fatigue, dizziness, and headache. EENT: blurred vision, dry mouth, hoarseness, and sore throat. RESP: cough and bronchospasm. CV: arrhythmias, angina, palpitations, and hypertension. GI: nausea and vomiting. Signup and view all the answers

When would special considerations be taken for Ipratropium Bromide?

Pregnancy Safety: C. Patients with cardiovascular history. Elderly patients. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ipratropium Bromide Overview

Brand name: Atrovent
Drug class: Anticholinergic, bronchodilator

Dosing Information

Adult dosage: 250-500 μg via inhalation with a hand-held nebulizer every 20 minutes, for up to 3 times. NYS Protocols recommend 2.5 mg/3 mL NS via nebulizer.
Pediatric dosage: Same as adult dosage.

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits acetylcholine at bronchial smooth muscle receptor sites.
Results in bronchodilation and reduced respiratory secretions.
Minimal systemic anticholinergic effects.

Indications for Use

Effective for treating asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and bronchospasm.

Contraindications

Not to be administered in cases of hypersensitivity to ipratropium, atropine, belladonna alkaloids, bromide, or fluorocarbons.

Side Effects and Adverse Reactions

CNS: Nervousness, insomnia, fatigue, dizziness, headache.
EENT: Blurred vision, dry mouth, hoarseness, sore throat.
Respiratory: Cough, bronchospasm.
Cardiovascular: Arrhythmias, angina, palpitations, hypertension.
Gastrointestinal: Nausea and vomiting.

Special Considerations

Safety during pregnancy is categorized as C.
Special attention required for patients with a cardiovascular history and elderly patients.

Description

Test your knowledge on Ipratropium Bromide with these flashcards. Covering brand names, drug classifications, and dosage guidelines, this quiz is perfect for medical students and healthcare professionals. Challenge yourself and reinforce your understanding of this important medication.