ATROVENT N (Ipratropium) Inhaler 10ml

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Ipratropium brormide

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medication is used to relieve symptoms in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by opening the airways, making breathing easier.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. You may refer to the Patient Information Leaflet to see the instructions on how to take this medication. Steps to use Inhaler: 1. Remove cap 2. Shake inhaler for 3-5 seconds 3. Breathe out slowly and tilt head back slightly 4. Place lips between mouthpiece tightly 5. As you breathe in through your mouth, press the top of the inhaler to release a dose and continue to breathe in slowly and deeply 6. Hold breath for 10 seconds or as long as you can breathe out, repeat steps for another dose if required after waiting for 1 minute

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication may cause the following side effects: - Dry mouth - Urinary retention - Nausea - Dizziness - Taste disturbance Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.