Formulary Monographs [IPRATROPIUM|SALBUTAMOL, 4892]

IPRATROPIUM | SALBUTAMOL
RESPIRATORY AGENTS MISCELLANEOUS
Treating moderate-to-severe COPD; it is indicated primarily in
patients who fail to resp ond on ipratropium alone. The role of the
combination in acute asthma is unclear.
Tachycardia, dry mouth, Bronchitis, upper respiratory tract infections and headache.
Two inhalations four times daily is indicated in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In severe acute asthma, ipratropium 0.5mg/salbutamol 2.5mg via nebulizer has been administered. See
BDS supply protocols pg. 10.