Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
Inhaled: 2 puffs (1.25 mcg/puff or 2.5 mcg/puff) once daily. Or 1 capsule (18 mcg) inhaled daily.
Pediatric Dose
Asthma (>6 yrs): 2 puffs (1.25 mcg/puff) daily.
Renal Adjustment
CrCl < 60: Use caution (renally excreted).
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Unknown.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ipratropium
Common Adverse Effects
- Dry mouth
- Urinary retention
- Paradoxical bronchospasm