Strength: 0.5 MG - 3 MG/3ML

Form(s) Available: Inhalation Solution

Supply Quantities Offered: 30 or 90 days

Amazon Prime (Cash) Price: $34.09 (30-day supply)

About this medication

IPRATROPIUM; ALBUTEROL (i pra TROE pee um; al BYOO ter ole) treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by opening the airways of the lungs, making it easier to breathe. It is a combination of an anticholinergic and a bronchodilator. It is often called a controller medication. Do not use it to treat a sudden COPD flare-up.

How should you use this medication?

This medication is for inhalation using a nebulizer. Nebulizers make a liquid into an aerosol that you breathe in through your mouth or your mouth and nose and into your lungs. Take it as directed on the prescription label. Do not use it more often than directed. This medication comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medication. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or care team if you have questions. Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

What are the possible side effects of this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible: * Allergic reactions--skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat * Heart rhythm changes--fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, chest pain, trouble breathing * Increase in blood pressure * Muscle pain or cramps * Sudden eye pain or change in vision such as blurry vision, seeing halos around lights, vision loss * Trouble passing urine * Wheezing or trouble breathing that is worse after use Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome): * Constipation * Cough * Dry mouth * Headache * Sore throat * Tremors or shaking * Trouble sleeping

What may interact with this medicine?

Our pharmacists will check to see if this medication will cause any interactions with the information in your profile. This medication may interact with the following: * Atropine * Beta-blockers like metoprolol and propranolol * Certain medications for allergy, cough, and cold * Certain medications for bladder problems like oxybutynin, tolterodine * Certain medications for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances * Certain medications for stomach problems like dicyclomine, hyoscyamine * Certain medications for travel sickness like scopolamine * Certain medications for Parkinson's disease like benztropine, trihexyphenidyl * Diuretics * MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate * Some medications for irregular heartbeat * Stimulant medications for attention disorders, weight loss, or staying awake