Combivent Respimat (inhalation)

Generic name:albuterol and ipratropium (inhalation) [ al-BUE-ter-ol-and-IP-ra-TRO-pee-um ]
Drug class:Bronchodilator combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Oct 5, 2020. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Combivent Respimat?

Combivent Respimat are bronchodilators that relax muscles in the airways and increase air flow to the lungs.

Combivent Respimat is used to prevent bronchospasm in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are also using other medicines to control their condition.

Combivent Respimat may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working as well. Overuse of albuterol and ipratropium may increase the risk of death. It is critical that you use only the prescribed dose of Combivent Respimat.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to albuterol, ipratropium, or atropine.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

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