Question 1

why is combivent better than atrovent (ipratropium)?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: better.  Atrovent is in combivent.  Also, albuterol is in combivent.  Albuterol works well for some folks, and combivent works well for others.  Discuss with your doctor.

Question 2

what is combivent (albuterol and ipratropium)?

Accepted Answer

Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium): this is a drug that combines albuterol with ipratripium bromide - two classes of short acting bronchodilators.

Question 3

please describe the medication: combivent (albuterol and ipratropium)?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary Medication: Treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd). Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) is used to prevent bronchospasm in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd), emphysema or bronchitis.

Question 4

when are  combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) inhalers helpful?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: It is commonly used for asthma and COPD exacerbations as a rapid bronchodilator.

Question 5

what's medication is best for copd patients---combivent or flovent?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the patient has a decrease in their lung function neither of these two medications would be the first recommended. If the patient has normal lung function with only occasional symptoms of cough or shortness of breath the Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) would be recommended. Flovent is rarely the first mediction prescribed in apatient with copd.

Question 6

my mom has copd was being controlled with symicort and combivent for immediate relief her insurance no longer covers these medications $700 what can s?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: I would advise calling the company. Many companies offer payment options and samples to physicians.
Other options include inquiring about substitutions which may be covered.

Question 7

my wife is 71 years old and a smoker. she is my caregiver ive been suffering with phn for the past 5 years and need constant medication. my daughter has suggested that she gets a nebuliser and palmicort, combivent and cortisone to keep at home ?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologist: Chest imaging, pulmonary function testing and a review of your symptoms may be performed by your Pulmonologist. COPD and asthma may be controlled by the medications that you have listed. Review your PH stage and therapeutic options. Your classification of PH may help to guide the next step in your management.

Question 8

where can i get a free sample for combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) inhaler just to try it out a few days?

Accepted Answer

Why do you need it?: Also, I don't think combivent is sampled anymore...it is an old drug.

Question 9

is combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) inhaler ok for children as young as four?

Accepted Answer

NO: Combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) is an inhaler that contains a combination of salbutamol and ipratroprium bromide. It is approved for use in copd.  There is no safety data for children under 12, and hence should not be used in a child that is age 4.  There are many safe alternatives that are approved for use in young children, talk with your doctor.

Question 10

my dr gave me a  free trial of combivent respimat inhaler for what we think is probably asthma. when i google it its for copd. is this a mistake?

Accepted Answer

Not a mistake: Hi, Combivent is a combination medicine of albuterol and ipratropium and can be used for acute asthma attacks as well as acute copd attacks.  It works by helping the lung musculature relax and open.  Good luck, I hope that helps!

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Why is combivent better than atrovent (ipratropium)?

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What is combivent (albuterol and ipratropium)?

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Please describe the medication: combivent (albuterol and ipratropium)?

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When are combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) inhalers helpful?

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What's medication is best for copd patients---combivent or flovent?

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My mom has copd was being controlled with symicort and combivent for immediate relief her insurance no longer covers these medications $700 what can s?

A member asked:

My wife is 71 years old and a smoker. she is my caregiver ive been suffering with phn for the past 5 years and need constant medication. my daughter has suggested that she gets a nebuliser and palmicort, combivent and cortisone to keep at home ?

A member asked:

Where can i get a free sample for combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) inhaler just to try it out a few days?

A member asked:

Is combivent (albuterol and ipratropium) inhaler ok for children as young as four?

A member asked:

My dr gave me a free trial of combivent respimat inhaler for what we think is probably asthma. when i google it its for copd. is this a mistake?

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