Ipratropium inhaler
- Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications
What side effects can
Ipratropium inhaler
cause?
- Cough/Throat irritation
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Nausea
These symptoms may happen but should get better over time. Check with your doctor if any of these symptoms are serious or do not go away.
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
- Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
- Difficulty in breathing
- Itchy skin rashes over your whole body
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.
Before taking
Ipratropium inhaler
, what precautions must I follow?
Inform your healthcare professional if:
- You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication.
- You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- You are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies.
- You have any of the following medication conditions:
- Cystic fibrosis (a type of illness in which thick mucus builds up in the lungs and digestive system)
- Glaucoma (a type of eye condition where the pressure in the eye is increased)
- Myasthenia gravis (a type of illness linked to muscle weakness)
- Prostate problems
