Atrovent Nasal
Generic name:ipratropium nasal [ IP-ra-TRO-pee-um ]
Drug class:Nasal antihistamines and decongestants
What is Atrovent Nasal?
Atrovent Nasal (for the nose) works by reducing mucus secretions in the nose.
Atrovent Nasal is used to treat runny nose caused by seasonal allergies (hay fever). Atrovent Nasal will not treat stuffy nose, sneezing, or cough.
Atrovent Nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Atrovent Nasal if you are allergic to ipratropium or atropine.
To make sure Atrovent Nasal is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
narrow-angle glaucoma;
bladder obstruction or other urination problems;
an enlarged prostate; or
liver or kidney disease.
FDA pregnancy category B. Atrovent Nasal is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
Ipratropium nasal can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Atrovent Nasal should not be used by a child younger than 5 years old.
How should I use Atrovent Nasal?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
This medicine comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use, and directions for priming the nasal spray pump. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Atrovent Nasal is usually used for only a short time, such as 4 days for the common cold or 3 weeks for allergy symptoms. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the cap tightly closed when not in use. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.
