Atrovent Nasal

Generic name: Ipratropium Nasal
Drug class: Nasal antihistamines and decongestants

Usage of Atrovent Nasal

Atrovent Nasal (for the nose) works by reducing mucus secretions in the nose.

Atrovent Nasal is used to treat runny nose caused by seasonal allergies (hay fever). Atrovent Nasal will not treat stuffy nose, sneezing, or cough.

Atrovent Nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Atrovent Nasal side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives, rash; wheezing, difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Atrovent Nasal may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;

nosebleeds, severe dry nose; or

painful or difficult urination.

Common side effects of Atrovent Nasal may include:

headache;

dry nose, mouth, or throat;

minor nosebleed;

sore throat;

blurred vision; or

unusual or unpleasant taste in the mouth.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Atrovent Nasal

You should not use Atrovent Nasal if you are allergic to ipratropium or atropine.

To make sure Atrovent Nasal is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

narrow-angle glaucoma;

bladder obstruction or other urination problems;

an enlarged prostate; or

liver or kidney disease.

FDA pregnancy category B. Atrovent Nasal is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Ipratropium nasal can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Atrovent Nasal should not be used by a child younger than 5 years old.

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How to use Atrovent Nasal

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

This medicine comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use, and directions for priming the nasal spray pump. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Atrovent Nasal is usually used for only a short time, such as 4 days for the common cold or 3 weeks for allergy symptoms. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

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

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Atrovent Nasal

Other drugs may interact with ipratropium nasal, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

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