In this Article

• What is ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What are the possible side effects of ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What is the most important information I should know about ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• How should I use ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What happens if I overdose (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What should I avoid while using ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• What other drugs will affect ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have:

• narrow-angle glaucoma; or
• an enlarged prostate or a bladder obstruction.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use ipratropium nasal.

FDA pregnancy category B: This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use ipratropium nasal without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known if ipratropium passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use ipratropium nasal without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Ipratropium nasal should not be used by a child younger than 6 years of age.

How should I use ipratropium nasal (Atrovent Nasal Spray)?

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.

This medication comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

When using the nasal spray for the first time, prime it by spraying 7 test sprays into the air, away from your face. Prime with 2 sprays if you have not used the medicine in 1 to 6 days. Prime with 7 sprays if you have not used it for a week or longer.

Store ipratropium nasal at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the cap tightly closed when not in use. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.