About Ipravent Respules 5 x 2.5 ml
Ipravent
Respules 5 x 2.5 ml belongs to a class of medications called ‘anticholinergics’
used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma
is a condition in which airways narrow and swollen, resulting in difficulty
breathing, coughing, and wheezing (whistling sound). COPD is a chronic
(long-term) condition occurring due to a group of lung diseases such as
emphysema (a condition in which air sacs of lungs are damaged) and chronic
bronchitis (inflammation of tubes (bronchi) that carry air to and from in
lungs).
Ipravent Respules 5 x 2.5 ml contains ‘Ipratropium bromide’
which is an anticholinergic. It is used to treat symptoms associated with
chronic lung conditions and reduce the risk of frequent asthma attacks. It acts
as a bronchodilator and works by dilating the muscles in the airway. It also
reduces mucus (phlegm) production. This effect helps to improve lung function
and reduce breathing difficulty. It is a short-acting drug.
Ipravent
Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is available only for inhalation. Use this medicine as
prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Ipravent Respules 5 x 2.5
ml are headache, dizziness, epistaxis (nosebleed), nausea, nasal dryness, nasal
irritation, stomach upset, and cough, and throat irritation after inhalation.
Most of these side-effects resolve themselves without requiring medical
attention. However, if the side-effects persist or worsen, seek medical help
immediately.
Uses of Ipravent
Respules 5 x 2.5 ml
Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Medicinal Benefits
Ipravent
Respules 5 x 2.5 ml contains ‘ipratropium bromide’ which is an
‘anticholinergic’ drug. It is a widely used bronchodilator. It can effectively
reduce symptoms of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) and other
lung conditions. It can also decrease the risk of recurrent asthma episodes. It
helps to improve lung function. It relaxes the muscles along the airway passage
easing the breathing difficulty.
Directions for Use
Ipravent:
Respule is a small plastic container that contains a solution. Twist off the
top of the respule and squeeze the solution into the nebuliser. This solution
is made into a fine mist to breathe in. Inhale the medicine through the
nebuliser's mouthpiece.Rotacaps: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication
which is placed in Rotahaler. It is for inhalation only. Do not swallow the
capsule. Rotahaler is a plastic inhalation device that releases the medication
when you breathe.
Side Effects of
Ipravent Respules 5 x 2.5 ml
Breathlessness,Headache, dizziness
Nausea, stomach upset ,Epistaxis (nosebleed), nasal dryness,
nasal irritation and cough
Throat irritation after inhalation.

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