Aprovent Inhaler
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Product introduction
Aprovent Inhaler is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. It relaxes the muscles of your airways and eases symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing
Aprovent Inhaler is known as bronchodilator and is used to treat breathing difficulties due to chest tightness and shortness of breath.
Aprovent Inhaler is known as bronchodilator and is used to treat breathing difficulties due to chest tightness and shortness of breath.
Uses of Aprovent Inhaler
Benefits of Aprovent Inhaler
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Aprovent Inhaler helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Side effects of Aprovent Inhaler
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aprovent
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Throat irritation
- Cough
- Dryness in mouth
- Nausea
How to use Aprovent Inhaler
Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Aprovent Inhaler. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aprovent Inhaler is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aprovent Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Aprovent Inhaler makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication.
- Only small amounts of Aprovent Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Atropine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Anticholinergic - COPD
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Aprovent Inhaler a steroid?
No, Aprovent Inhaler is not a steroid.
Is Aprovent Inhaler a narcotic?
No, Aprovent Inhaler is not a narcotic.
Does it contain opium?
It does not contain opium or its derivative.
Does Aprovent Inhaler cause weight gain?
Aprovent Inhaler has no known effects on weight gain.
Does Aprovent Inhaler cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is a known side effect of Aprovent Inhaler.
Does Aprovent Inhaler cause tachycardia (increased heart rate)?
Aprovent Inhaler may sometimes cause tachycardia (increased heart rate) in some patients. It is not a common side effect of Aprovent Inhaler.
Does Aprovent Inhaler cause an increase in blood pressure?
Aprovent Inhaler has no known effects on blood pressure.
Is ipratropium bromide the same as albuterol?
Ipratropium bromide and albuterol are 2 different medicines. They have the same action. They relax the air passages and make breathing easier (bronchodilators).
Is ipratropium bromide the same as budesonide?
Ipratropium/ipratropium bromide and budesonide belong to different class of medicines but both are used either alone or in combination to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.
Is Aprovent Inhaler bromide a bronchodilator?
Yes, Aprovent Inhaler/ Aprovent Inhaler bromide is a bronchodilator used to treat bronchitis, asthma, and associated conditions.
Is Aprovent Inhaler bromide a long acting bronchodilator?
No, Aprovent Inhaler/ Aprovent Inhaler bromide is a short-acting bronchodilator.
Is Aprovent Inhaler bromide an antihistaminic/antibiotic or is it an anticholinergic?
Aprovent Inhaler is neither antihistamine nor an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of anticholinergic bronchodilators.
Is Aprovent Inhaler bromide a short-acting anticholinergic?
Yes, Aprovent Inhaler/ Aprovent Inhaler bromide is a short-acting anticholinergic bronchodilator.
Is Aprovent Inhaler safe for infants?
Yes, Aprovent Inhaler is safely used in infants. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Is Aprovent Inhaler bromide a rescue inhaler?
No, Aprovent Inhaler is a bronchodilator for the maintenance treatment of bronchospasm. It is not indicated for the initial treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm where rescue therapy is required.
Can Aprovent Inhaler bromide used alone?
Yes, Aprovent Inhaler bromide can be used alone as maintenance therapy in the treatment of bronchospasm, asthma, and other associated conditions.
Does Aprovent Inhaler bromide expire?
Yes, Aprovent Inhaler bromide formulations have an expiry date. Please Read the details on the package for the correct expiry date.
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Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of origin: India
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