ipratropium
Anticholinergic inhalerWhat it's for
COPD, paired with albuterol
Nursing considerations
- Slower onset than albuterol — it's the partner, not the rescue
- Dry mouth expected
- Rinse mouthpiece
Key side effects
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Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
