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Combivent Unit Dose 20 Vials
- This medicine is a combination inhalation medication that contains two active ingredients: ipratropium bromide and albuterol.
- Used primarily to manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
Benefits:
- Bronchodilation: Helps open airways for easier breathing.
- Rapid Relief: Provides quick relief from acute bronchospasm.
- Dual Action: Combines two mechanisms of action for enhanced effectiveness.
Precautions:
- Allergies: Check for allergies to any components.
- Heart Conditions: Use with caution in patients with heart issues (e.g., arrhythmias).
- Hypertension: Monitor blood pressure, as albuterol can increase heart rate.
- Pregnancy: Consult a doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Kidney/Liver Issues: Use cautiously if you have severe renal or hepatic impairment.
Side Effects:
- Common: Tremors, nervousness, headache, dizziness, palpitations.
- Less Common: Dry mouth, cough, throat irritation, nausea.
- Severe: Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling), paradoxical bronchospasm (worsening of breathing).
Main Ingredients and Their Benefits:
- Ipratropium Bromide: Ipratropium bromide is an anticholinergic bronchodilator that helps relax and open the airways, making it easier to breathe for patients with respiratory conditions.
- Albuterol Sulfate: Albuterol sulfate is a short-acting beta-agonist that quickly relieves bronchospasm by stimulating beta-2 receptors in the airways, providing fast relief from wheezing and shortness of breath.
- Brand: Combivent
- Content: 20 pieces