Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Combivent Inhaler

Combivent Inhaler

Generic nameIpratropium bromide and albuterol sulfate (albuterol/salbutamol)
Drug classBronchodilator combination (short-acting anticholinergic and short-acting beta2 agonist)
FormsInhalation spray (metered-dose inhaler) delivering 20 mcg ipratropium bromide and 100 mcg albuterol per actuation

Combivent Respimat is an inhaled medicine that combines two bronchodilators, ipratropium bromide and albuterol sulfate. It is used as an add-on treatment for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are already using a regular inhaled bronchodilator but still have airway tightening.

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