Atrovent Nasal Spray .06 (Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Spray .06) Patient Information: Side Effects and Drug Images at RxList

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May 25, 2012

Atrovent Nasal Spray .06

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The arsenal of allergy drugs includes dozens of medications that relieve allergy symptoms when confronted with a trigger known as an allergen. That trigger could be something from a plant, such as pollen, or something from an animal (pet dander, dust mites, cockroaches). Other allergy triggers include certain fragrances or chemical substances.

What causes a person's allergic reaction is highly individual. But the reactions are often universal: swelling and inflammation, especially around the eyes, nose, and throat, usually accompanied by itching.

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Atrovent Nasal Spray .06 Patient Information Including Side Effects

Brand Names: Atrovent Nasal

Generic Name: ipratropium (nasal) (Pronunciation: IP ra TRO pee um)

What is ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray .06)?

Ipratropium nasal is used to treat runny nose caused by seasonal allergies (hay fever). This medication will not treat stuffy nose, sneezing, or cough.

Ipratropium nasal may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray .06)?

Stop using ipratropium nasal and get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have a fast, pounding heartbeat.

Less serious side effects may include:

headache;
dry nose;
nosebleeds; or
blurred vision.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray .06)?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, or an enlarged prostate or bladder obstruction. If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use ipratropium nasal or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger doses or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

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