Ipratropium-Albuterol

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Dec 14, 2023

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Combivent Respimat Inhalation Spray, Combivent Metered Dose Inhaler (discontinued), DuoNeb Inhalant Solution (discontinued)

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Bronchodilators (albuterol belongs to a group called short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonists, and ipratropium belongs to a group called anticholinergic medications)

Forms:

Inhalation spray, inhalation solution for use with a nebulizer

Administration:

Inhalation by mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

To treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Albuterol and Ipratropium Drug Class

Albuterol (al-byoo-ter-ole) and ipratropium (ih-pra-troe-pee-um) are bronchodilators. Albuterol belongs to a group called beta-2 adrenergic agonists, and ipratropium belongs to a group called anticholinergic drugs.

Albuterol and Ipratropium Age Range

The combination of albuterol and ipratropium is approved for use in adults.