Active Ingredient	Ipratropium Bromide
Manufacturer	Apotex Pharmaceutical Ltd.
Origin	New Zealand
Other Names	N/A
Reference	N/A

What is Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide) used for?

Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide) is used to treat a runny nose caused by allergies such as hay fever. However, this medication is not effective in treating a stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing or postnasal drip.

How should I use Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide)?

Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide) should be sprayed directly up the nostril by the patient. You should gently blow your nose before administering the spray. Adult patients should administer 2 to 3 sprays per day into each nostril, or as prescribed by their physician. After spraying, the patient should inhale through the nose, and exhale through the mouth, taking care not to blow their nose for 15 minutes after administering the spray.

What are the side effects of Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide)?

Some side effects which have been reported by patients taking Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide) include:

• Dryness in the nose, mouth or throat
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth
• Bloody nose
• Nausea or dizziness
• Blurred vision

Consult your physician immediately if any of these side effects persist or worsen, or if you notice eye pain, a fast pounding heartbeat or painful urination.

Please Note

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Apo-Ipravent Aqueous Nasal Spray (Ipratropium Bromide). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, especially glaucoma or urination problems, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.