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Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler

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Product introduction

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. It relaxes the muscles of your airways and eases symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is only for the inhalational purpose, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not prevent the already started breathing trouble or asthma attack, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, throat irritation, cough, dry mouth, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. To overcome dry mouth, it is advised to increase water intake, carry sugar candy or maintain good oral hygiene.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. If you experience dizziness or blurred vision, then avoid driving or attention-seeking activity.

Benefits of Ipramist Inhaler

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Ipramist Inhaler

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ipramist

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Throat irritation
  • Cough
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nausea

How to use Ipramist Inhaler

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

How Ipramist Inhaler works

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Ipramist Inhaler?

If you miss a dose of Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips

  • Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing. 
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
  • Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
  • Your doctor may monitor your  blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication.
  • Only small amounts of Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Atropine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Anticholinergic - COPD

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FAQs

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler a steroid?

No, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is not a steroid.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler a narcotic?

No, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is not a narcotic.

Q. Does it contain opium?

It does not contain opium or its derivative.

Q. Does Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler cause weight gain?

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler has no known effects on weight gain.

Q. Does Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler cause constipation?

Yes, constipation is a known side effect of Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler.

Q. Does Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler may sometimes cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) in some patients. It is not a common side effect of Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler.

Q. Does Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler cause an increase in blood pressure?

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler has no known effects on blood pressure.

Q. Is ipratropium bromide the same as albuterol?

Ipratropium bromide and albuterol are 2 different medicines. They have the same action. They relax the air passages and make breathing easier (bronchodilators).

Q. Is ipratropium bromide the same as budesonide?

Ipratropium/ipratropium bromide and budesonide belong to different class of medicines but both are used either alone or in combination to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide a bronchodilator?

Yes, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler/ Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide a long acting bronchodilator?

No, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler/ Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?

Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is neither antihistamine nor an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of anticholinergic bronchodilators.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?

Yes, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler/ Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler safe for infants?

Yes, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is safely used in infants. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Q. Is Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide a rescue inhaler?

No, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler is a bronchodilator for the maintenance treatment of bronchospasm. It is not indicated for the initial treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm where rescue therapy is required.

Q. Can Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide used alone?

Yes, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.

Q. Does Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide expire?

Yes, Ipramist 250mcg Inhaler bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.

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