Ipratropium is a quaternary ammonium derivative of atropine that acts as an anticholinergic agent. It is commonly administered through inhalation which allows producing a local effect without presenting a significant systemic absorption.
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Inhaled ipratropium is indicated in combination with inhaled beta-agonist systemic corticosteroids for the management of severe exacerbations of asthma flares requiring treatment.
Asthma exacerbations are characterized by a progressive increase in one or more of asthma symptoms accompanied by a decrease in expiratory flow.
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Emergency Department, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
South Sacramento Kaiser Permanente, Sacramento, California, United States
Chung-ang University Hospital, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Kangnam St. Mary's Hospital, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Jeonnam National University Hospital, Kwangju, Korea, Republic of
Respiratory Investigation Unit, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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