Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat)

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Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat) is typically inhaled as 1 puff four times daily. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Breathe out slowly and fully. Close your lips around the mouthpiece without covering the air vents. Point the inhaler to the back of your throat. while taking a slow, deep breath through your mouth, press the dose-release button and continue to breathe in. Hold your breath for 10 seconds or for as long as comfortable. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. 
 
WARNING: Occasionally, Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat) may cause the airways to spasm and close up, making breathing even more difficulty (bronchospasm) and can be life-threatening. Combivent may cause an increase in blood sugar levels, use with caution in patients with diabetes. Use with caution in patients with heart disease (can cause increased heart rate and blood pressure, making certain heart conditions worse), glaucoma (increase eye pressure), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland, found in the neck), seizure disorders, and prostate hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland). 
 
In addition to its desired action, Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat) may cause some side effects, notably:
It may cause changes in the taste sensation, common cold (runny nose, nasal congestion, sore throat), cough, dry mouth, or throat irritation. 
It may cause constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, or sweating.
It may cause dizziness, headaches, nervousness, tremor, or voice changes. 
 
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to ipratropium, salbutamol, atropine (and its derivatives) or any component of the formulation.
 
Taking Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor.
 
A treatment with Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium Salbutamol respimat)