Ipravent
Composition for Ipravent Products
Ipravent Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), AsthmaProducts for Ipravent
Ipravent Rotacaps
packet of 30 capsules
MRP₹117.81
Ipravent Respules 2ml
packet of 5 respules
MRP₹33.56
Ipravent 20mcg Cfc Free Inhaler
packet of 200 MDI Inhaler
MRP₹116.81
Not Available
Substitute brands for Ipravent
About Ipravent Products
Uses of Ipravent Products
Ipratropium is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
Ipravent Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ipravent are Dryness in mouth, Cough, Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation.
How Ipravent Products work
Ipratropium is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.
In Depth Information for Ipravent Products
- Ipravent makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- 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 Ipravent may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
- Ipravent makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- 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 Ipravent may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Patient Concerns about Ipravent Products
Frequently asked questions about Ipravent Products
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps a steroid?
No, Ipravent Rotacaps is not a steroid.
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps a narcotic?
No, Ipravent Rotacaps is not a narcotic.
Q. Does it contain opium?
It does not contain opium or its derivative.
Q. Does Ipravent Rotacaps cause weight gain?
Ipravent Rotacaps has no known effects on weight gain.
Q. Does Ipravent Rotacaps cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is a known side effect of Ipravent Rotacaps.
Q. Does Ipravent Rotacaps cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?
Ipravent Rotacaps may sometimes cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) in some patients. It is not a common side effect of Ipravent Rotacaps.
Q. Does Ipravent Rotacaps cause an increase in blood pressure?
Ipravent Rotacaps 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 Ipravent Rotacaps bromide a bronchodilator?
Yes, Ipravent Rotacaps/ Ipravent Rotacaps bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps bromide a long acting bronchodilator?
No, Ipravent Rotacaps/ Ipravent Rotacaps bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?
Ipravent Rotacaps is neither antihistamine nor an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of anticholinergic bronchodilators.
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?
Yes, Ipravent Rotacaps/ Ipravent Rotacaps bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps safe for infants?
Yes, Ipravent Rotacaps is safely used in infants. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Ipravent Rotacaps bromide a rescue inhaler?
No, Ipravent Rotacaps 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 Ipravent Rotacaps bromide used alone?
Yes, Ipravent Rotacaps bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.
Q. Does Ipravent Rotacaps bromide expire?
Yes, Ipravent Rotacaps bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.