Iprex 20mcg Inhaler

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 09 Apr 2026 | 05:08 PM (IST)

Iprex 20mcg 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

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General Information

Contains

Ipratropium (20mcg/puff)

Marketer

Grievers Remedies

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Iprex 20mcg 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.

Uses of Iprex Inhaler

Benefits of Iprex Inhaler

Asthma
Asthma is a chronic condition where the airways become inflamed and narrowed, leading to symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. These episodes can be triggered by allergens, exercise, or cold air and may disrupt daily activities or sleep. Iprex 20mcg Inhaler helps open up the airways and reduce breathing difficulty, providing quick relief during flare-ups and improving overall lung function. This allows individuals to breathe more freely, stay active, and manage their symptoms more confidently.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung condition that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, making it hard to breathe over time. Symptoms like persistent cough, mucus production, and breathlessness can significantly affect daily life. Iprex 20mcg Inhaler helps relax the airway muscles, making it easier to breathe and reducing the frequency of coughing and breathlessness. This results in better lung performance, improved stamina, and enhanced quality of life for those living with COPD.

Side effects of Iprex 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 Iprex

Dizziness
Throat irritation
Cough
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Headache

How to use Iprex 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 Iprex Inhaler works

Iprex 20mcg Inhaler is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.

Quick tips

Iprex 20mcg 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 Iprex 20mcg Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Iprex 20mcg Inhaler. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Iprex 20mcg Inhaler during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Iprex 20mcg Inhaler during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Iprex 20mcg Inhaler may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
You may feel dizzy, or have difficulty in focusing, or blurred vision while taking Iprex 20mcg Inhaler

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Iprex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Trihexyphenidyl (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Moderate

Clozapine (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms such as dry mouth, increased heart rate, urination difficulties, constipation, loss of appetite or nausea and consult your doctor if you experience them.

Moderate

Trihexyphenidyl (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Moderate

Procyclidine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Mild

Formoterol (Inhalation Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your liver function. Ipratropium may raise blood levels of the active form of Formoterol.

Frequently asked questions

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler a steroid?

No, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler is not a steroid.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler a narcotic?

No, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler is not a narcotic.

Does it contain opium?

It does not contain opium or its derivative.

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause weight gain?

Iprex 20mcg Inhaler has no known effects on weight gain.

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause constipation?

Yes, constipation is a known side effect of Iprex 20mcg Inhaler.

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?

Iprex 20mcg Inhaler may sometimes cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) in some patients. It is not a common side effect of Iprex 20mcg Inhaler.

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause an increase in blood pressure?

Iprex 20mcg Inhaler has no known effects on blood pressure.

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).

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.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a bronchodilator?

Yes, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler/ Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a long acting bronchodilator?

No, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler/ Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?

Iprex 20mcg Inhaler is neither antihistamine nor an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of anticholinergic bronchodilators.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?

Yes, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler/ Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler safe for infants?

Yes, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler is safely used in infants. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a rescue inhaler?

No, Iprex 20mcg 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.

Can Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide used alone?

Yes, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide expire?

Yes, Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tropane alkaloid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Anticholinergics- COPD

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

References

Brown JH, Laiken N. Muscarinic Receptor Agonists and Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 230-31.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 734.
Ipratropium. Bracknell Berkshire: Boehringer Ingelheim Limited; 2004 [revised Feb. 2018]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Ipratropium bromide. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2024.

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Iprex Inhaler

Benefits of Iprex Inhaler

Side effects of Iprex Inhaler

How to use Iprex Inhaler

How Iprex Inhaler works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Trihexyphenidyl (Injection Route)

Clozapine (Oral Route)

Trihexyphenidyl (Oral Route)

Procyclidine (Oral Route)

Formoterol (Inhalation Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler a steroid?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler a narcotic?

Does it contain opium?

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause weight gain?

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause constipation?

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler cause an increase in blood pressure?

Is ipratropium bromide the same as albuterol?

Is ipratropium bromide the same as budesonide?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a bronchodilator?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a long acting bronchodilator?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler safe for infants?

Is Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide a rescue inhaler?

Can Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide used alone?

Does Iprex 20mcg Inhaler bromide expire?

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Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

References

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