Atrovent

Uses

Atrovent is an inhalant that is administered to ensure that the lungs airways do not narrow and make breathing difficult. This is typically a problem with those who suffer with COPD or Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchitis, or emphysema. Atrovent is very commonly administered to patients experiencing these types of issues. You can consult your medical provider to see if there are other uses of Atrovent that might apply to you.

Precautions

Prior to starting Atrovent it is essential that you inform your medical provider if you have a history of:

• Narrow angle glaucoma
• Enlarged prostate
• Bladder obstruction

Any of the above may incline your medical provider to determine if Atrovent is safe for you to use. In order for the medication to be most effective it is important that the medicine is utilized consistently as directed. If your condition appears to worsen or not deliver the normal results contact your medical provider at once. In addition, it is vital that you never allow your inhaler to remain in excessive temperatures for a long period of time. Each canister is believed to present at least 200 sprays.

Keep in mind that Atrovent is designed to keep breathing attacks like bronchospasm from occurring; not to address them as they happen. If you are pregnant it should be known that Atrovent should not present any danger to your unborn child. However, it is not certain that Atrovent cannot get into the breast milk; therefore breast feeding should be avoided until your medical provider approves it.

Dosage

Always utilize this drug as directed. When utilizing for the very first time you should spray a few tests in the air to prime your inhaler. Although it is quite common for Atrovent to be administered through an inhaler system, your medical provider may want you to follow specific directions for your condition. Most commonly you would take the cap off the inhaler and then insert the designated area into your mouth and slowly breathe in as you spray. It is then recommended to hold your breath for around 10 seconds and breathe out slowly.

Side effects

Watch for any sever allergic reactions when administering this medicine. Swollen facial features, breathing difficulty and hives are a few to be aware of. There are some minor side effects that could occur and are listed as follows:

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Cough
• Hoarse throat
• Blurred vision

If you have a prolonged period with any of these consult your medical provider. If you want to explore Atrovent further to see if it is right for you please talk to your medical provider.