Precautions and Warnings With Ipratropium and Albuterol Inhaler

There are many important precautions and warnings with ipratropium and albuterol inhaler to be aware of prior to taking the medication. Among these are the possibility that the medication can worsen breathing problems, glaucoma, and bladder problems. Precautions and warnings with ipratropium and albuterol inhaler also apply to people who are allergic to soybeans, peanuts, or soy lecithin.

Information on Ipratropium and Albuterol

The Ipratropium and Albuterol Inhaler: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking the ipratropium and albuterol inhaler (Combivent^®) if you have:

An enlarged prostate (known medically as benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH)
Glaucoma
A bladder problem
High blood pressure (hypertension)
A fast heart rate (tachycardia)
An irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia)
Other types of heart disease, including congestive heart failure
An overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism)
Seizures or epilepsy
Diabetes
Any allergies, including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:

Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Breastfeeding.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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