Ipratop
Ipratop contains Ipratropium Bromide, an anticholinergic bronchodilator. It functions by blocking acetylcholine receptors in the smooth muscle of the bronchial airways, leading to bronchodilation and improved airflow to the lungs.
Dosage by Body Weight
Commonly administered via a nebulizer or metered-dose inhaler. Standard adult nebulization dose is 250 to 500 mcg, 3 to 4 times daily. Use strictly under medical supervision. Avoid direct contact of the mist/spray with eyes.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended for self-administration
- Frequency
- Strictly as prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Inhaled bronchodilators are not dosed strictly by body weight; pediatric administration requires direct clinical supervision.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Requires clinical evaluation
- Frequency
- Strictly as prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Dosing is determined by age, clinical severity, and response to treatment rather than weight alone.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Requires clinical evaluation
- Frequency
- Strictly as prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Only to be administered under the guidance of a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Requires clinical evaluation
- Frequency
- Strictly as prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Pediatric nebulization dosages must be strictly calculated and monitored by a doctor.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Requires clinical evaluation
- Frequency
- Strictly as prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Do not self-medicate. Seek precise prescription and inhalation instructions from a pediatrician.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended for self-administration | Strictly as prescribed | Inhaled bronchodilators are not dosed strictly by body weight; pediatric administration requires direct clinical supervision. |
| 5-7 kg | Requires clinical evaluation | Strictly as prescribed | Dosing is determined by age, clinical severity, and response to treatment rather than weight alone. |
| 8-10 kg | Requires clinical evaluation | Strictly as prescribed | Only to be administered under the guidance of a pediatrician. |
| 11-15 kg | Requires clinical evaluation | Strictly as prescribed | Pediatric nebulization dosages must be strictly calculated and monitored by a doctor. |
| 16-20 kg | Requires clinical evaluation | Strictly as prescribed | Do not self-medicate. Seek precise prescription and inhalation instructions from a pediatrician. |
Formulation
Inhalation SolutionRespulesInhaler
Purpose
Relief and prevention of bronchospasm associated with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma.
Generic Name
Ipratropium BromideScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.