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Combivent Respimat Inhalation Spray contains an anticholinergic, ipratropium bromide, and a beta2-adrenergic agonist, albuterol sulfate, to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in patients who need a second medication to help open up their airways for easier breathing.
Combivent Respimat comes as an inhaler that delivers 20 mcg of ipratropium bromide and 100 mcg of albuterol per spray.
| Fact Table | |
| Formula |
C46H74BrN3O13S |
| License |
US DailyMed |
| Bioavailability |
2% and 7 to 28% |
| Legal status |
Rx-Only |
| Chemical Name |
Ipratropium bromide/salbutamol |
| Elimination half-life |
2 hours |
| Dosage (Strength) |
20/100 mcg (120 doses/inhaler) |
| Pregnancy |
Consult Doctor |
| Brands |
Combivent Respimat |
| Protein binding |
Less than 20% |
| PubChem CID |
24847804 |
| MedlinePlus |
a601063 |
| ChEBI |
- |
| ATC code |
R03AK04 |
| DrugBank |
- |
| KEGG |
- |
| Routes of administration |
Inhalation |
Carefully read and follow the instructions that come with your prescription. Use Combivent Respimat as your doctor has prescribed. Let your doctor or pharmacist know if you have any questions or concerns.
The recommended dose is to inhale one spray four times a day. Do not exceed six inhalations within 24 hours.
Ipratropium bromide and albuterol sulfate are the active ingredients contained in Combivent Respimat.
Do not use Combivent Respimat if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Do not use Combivent Respimat if you are allergic to atropine or any of its derivatives.
Combivent Respimat side effects include cough, shortness of breath, headache, bronchitis, nasopharyngitis, and upper respiratory tract infections. These are not all the side effects that can occur. Contact your doctor right away if you develop side effects that worry you or won't go away.
What is COMBIVENT RESPIMAT inhaler used for?
Combivent Respimat treats ongoing lung disease symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath caused by COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema. It contains ipratropium and albuterol, which relax muscles around the airways to ease breathing.
How to use COMBIVENT RESPIMAT inhaler?
Combivent Respimat is usually used 4 times per day. Follow your doctor’s dosing instructions very carefully. Do not use more than 6 inhalations in a 24-hour period. Overuse of Combivent Respimat may increase the risk of death. It is critical that you use only the prescribed dose of this medicine.
How often can you use Combivent inhaler?
Combivent Respimat is usually used 4 times per day. Patients may take additional inhalations as required; however, the total number of inhalations should not exceed six in 24 hours.
Is Combivent a steroid?
No, Combivent Respimat is not a steroid. It contains two medications: ipratropium and albuterol, which help relax and open up the airways in your lungs.
Who should not take Combivent?
Combivent shouldn't be used by those allergic to albuterol, ipratropium, or atropine. People with conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, diabetes, glaucoma, or kidney issues should talk to their doctor before using it.
How long can you use COMBIVENT RESPIMAT?
Combivent Respimat is usually used 4 times per day. The inhaler will deliver 120 puffs and last 30 days if used at 1 puff four times daily.
How long does it take for Combivent to work?
For many people, Combivent Respimat begins working in 15 minutes.
What are the benefits of Combivent?
Combivent Respimat helps to relax the muscles in your airways so that the airways open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.
What happens if you take too much Combivent?
Overuse of Combivent Respimat may increase the risk of death. If you experience narrowing of the airways getting worse (paradoxical bronchospasm) which may be life threatening, stop taking Combivent Respimat at once and call your doctor or get emergency help.
Is Combivent similar to Symbicort?
Both Combivent and Symbicort treat COPD, but they have different ingredients. Combivent mixes an anticholinergic bronchodilator with a selective beta2-adrenergic bronchodilator, while Symbicort blends a corticosteroid with a long-acting bronchodilator.
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