Drug Interactions With Ipratropium and Albuterol Inhaler

Drug interactions with the ipratropium and albuterol inhaler may occur if it is combined with certain diuretics, tricyclic antidepressants, and MAOIs, among other things. These interactions may increase your risk of side effects, decrease the medications' effectiveness, or cause an irregular heart rhythm. Discuss with your healthcare provider any drug interactions with the ipratropium and albuterol inhaler that may apply to you prior to using it.

An Overview of Drug Interactions With Ipratropium and Albuterol Inhaler

The ipratropium and albuterol inhaler (Combivent®) can potentially interact with a few other medicines. Some of the medicines that may lead to drug interactions with the ipratropium and albuterol inhaler include:
 
  • Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, such as:
 
 
  • Anticholinergic medications, such as:
 
 
 
 
  • Certain diuretics, such as:
 
 
  • Digoxin (Digitek®, Lanoxin®)
     
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), such as:
 
 
 
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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