Iprasol (100 mcg+20 mcg)/puff (Inhaler)

200 metered doses: ৳ 250.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Salbutamol ipratropium inhaler
Company Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

  • Inhalation aerosol for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Regular aerosol bronchodilator
  • Second bronchodilator

Pharmacology

  • Combination of Salbutamol (as Sulphate) and Ipratropium Bromide
  • Short acting beta2-adrenergic bronchodilator
  • Anticholinergic bronchodilator
  • Hydrofluoroalkane (HFA) based inhaler
  • Environment friendly inhaler
  • Mechanism of action for COPD treatment

Dosage

  • Adult dose - 2 puffs 4 times a day
  • Total puffs not to exceed 12 in 24 hours

Administration

  • Correct use for maximum effectiveness
  • Steps for effective inhaler usage
  • Cleaning instructions for the inhaler

Interaction

  • Concomitant use with other drugs
  • Cautious co-administration with certain agents

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Soya-Lecithin or related food products
  • Hypersensitivity to any other components
  • Hypersensitivity to atropine or its derivatives

Side Effects

  • Mild tremor and headache due to Salbutamol
  • Rare reports of muscle cramp, hypersensitivity reactions
  • Side effects due to Ipratropium Bromide

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Pregnancy category B for Ipratropium Bromide
  • Pregnancy category C for Salbutamol
  • Caution in pregnancy and lactation

Use in Special Populations

  • Caution in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma
  • Caution in patients with prostatic hypertrophy or bladder-neck obstruction
  • Use with caution in specific medical conditions

Overdose Effects

  • Overdosage manifestations related to Salbutamol Sulphate

Therapeutic Class

  • Combined bronchodilators

Storage Conditions

  • Do not puncture, break or incinerate the canister
  • Avoid storage in direct sunlight or heat
  • Store in a cool and dry place
  • Keep away from children and eyes

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