Ipravent Information

Ipravent is a prescription medicine that is available as a Respules, Inhaler, Solution, Rotacaps. It is primarily used for the treatment of COPD, Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Ipravent have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ipravent. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ipravent side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ipravent go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Ipravent's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ipravent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Ipravent are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Ipravent have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ipravent is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Ipravent Benefits & Uses
Ipravent Dosage & How to Take
Ipravent Side Effects
Ipravent Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ipravent with Other Drugs
Ipravent Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ipravent
Ipravent Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ipravent Benefits & Uses

Ipravent is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ipravent Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 8 puffs every 20 minutes as needed up to 3 hours
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 4 puffs every 20 minutes as needed up to 3 hours

Ipravent Related Warnings

Is the use of Ipravent safe for pregnant women?

Ipravent may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ipravent again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ipravent safe during breastfeeding?

Ipravent may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ipravent, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ipravent.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ipravent on the Kidneys?

Ipravent may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ipravent on the Liver?

Ipravent is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ipravent on the Heart?

Ipravent can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ipravent with Other Drugs

Ipravent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Aspirin

Fluticasone

Atropine

Aripiprazole

Scopolamine

Scopolamine Tablet

Glycopyrrolate

Dicyclomine

Benztropine

Benztropine Tablet

Tiotropium

Ipravent Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ipravent unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Gastritis
Drug Allergy
Liver Disease
Tachycardia
Urinary Retention

Frequently asked Questions about Ipravent

Is this Ipravent habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ipravent has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ipravent you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ipravent should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ipravent in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ipravent Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ipravent

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ipravent with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ipravent

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ipravent with alcohol will be.

Unknown