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Combivent Drug MonographCombivent Drug Monograph is Presented Courtesy Of Canadian-Online-Prescription-Guide.com. Combivent Generic Name: Ipratropium and Albuterol Pronounced: I-pra-TRO-pee-um and al-BYOO-ter-ole Drug Class: Bronchodilator IMPORTANT NOTE: THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS ONLY INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL FAMILIAR WITH YOUR CONDITION. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO STATE OR IMPLY THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOUR CONDITION. ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS OR ANY OTHER DRUG. Combivent Inhaler (Ipratropium and Albuterol) Uses This medication is used to treat asthma, either alone or with other medications. This inhaler may also be used for long-term treatment of emphysema or bronchitis. How Combivent Inhaler (Ipratropium and Albuterol) Works This medication relieves bronchospasms by relaxing the smooth muscles of the bronchioles (the tubes carrying air into the lungs). The Albuterol component gives a more fast-acting effect and the Ipratroprium component works with slower onset. The combination provides better coverage for chronic disease. How To Use Combivent Inhaler (Ipratropium and Albuterol) This medication is an orally inhaled aerosol. This medication is generally used four times daily for long-term maintenance treatment. Combivent may be used with or without inhaled steroid therapy, according to needs of the patient. Combivent Inhaler (Ipratropium and Albuterol) Possible Side Effects Combivent (Ipratropium and Albuterol) common side effects include increased heart rate, headache, cough, tremor, nervousness, itching, swelling, rash and difficult breathing. If you experience any other side effects, contact your healthcare professional. Combivent (Ipratropium and Albuterol) Warnings and Precautions Tell your doctor if you have a history of diabetes, hyperthyroidism, prostate enlargement, or seizure disorders. Combivent (Ipratropium and Albuterol) Drug Interactions This medication's actions can be affected by betablockers. Severe bronchospasm can result. Albuterol can affect diuretics (fluid pills), resulting in ECG changes and low potassium levels. Albuterol can decrease blood levels of Digoxin, a heart rhythm medication. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double doses... (continued) Storage Keep your Combivent (Ipratropium and Albuterol) prescription in the container it came in, tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw out medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Combivent (Ipratropium and Albuterol) Pregnancy/Nursing Precautions Use this medication with caution during pregnancy, and only when the benefits outweigh the risks. It is not known whether this medication is excreted into breast milk, so use caution taking this medication while breast-feeding. 
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