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Albuterol/Ipratropium Inhalation Solution (IPRATROPIUM/ALBUTEROL (SALBUTAMOL) SOLUTION - INHALATION)

For chronic lung disease (COPD).

Brand Name(s): DuoNeb

Generic Name: Albuterol/Ipratropium

Instructions

This medicine will work best if you take it at about the same time every day.

Store at room temperature or in refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light.

This medicine is used with a machine called a "nebulizer." It changes the medicine into a mist that can be inhaled. You will need to buy or rent a nebulizer if you don't have one.

Keep the medicine in the foil pouch until you are ready to use it.

Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Cautions

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Be very careful not to spray the medicine into your eyes. Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your eyes.

Your ability to stay alert or to react quickly may be impaired by this medicine. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

If this medicine causes more wheezing or makes it harder to breathe, stop the medicine. Get medical help right away.

If you have any trouble using the medicine, please tell your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • headaches
  • high blood pressure
  • nausea
  • shakiness
  • changes in taste or unpleasant taste

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

  • agitated feeling or trouble sleeping
  • rapid heartbeat
  • worsening breathing symptoms

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

 
 

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