Tuesday, November 1, 2011

COMBIVENT INHALER SIDE EFFECTS


The Combivent (ipratropium bromide and albuterol sulfate) inhaler---also known as the Combivent Inhalation Aerosol---is a prescription medication indicated for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who continue to have symptoms Kamagra Soft despite the use of a regular aerosol bronchodilator. This medication should be used in conjunction with your COPD treatment per your doctor's instructions. Side effects associated with the Combivent inhaler can be serious and should be discussed with your doctor before you begin treatment.

Respiratory Irritation

During treatment with the Combivent inhaler, you can experience side effects associated with your respiratory system. Inhaled drug substances can irritate your throat or the lining of your airway passages, causing side effects that include cough or sore throat. Certain people experience nasal inflammation as a side effect of Combivent inhaler use, reports the Drugs website, a peer-reviewed online resource for currently marketed drug products.

Headache

After using the Combivent inhaler, you can develop a headache as a side effect of this medication. Headache symptoms are typically mild to moderate in severity and progressively subside with recurrent use of this medication.

Nausea

If you receive treatment with the Combivent inhaler, you can experience gastrointestinal side effects, such as upset stomach or nausea. Contact your doctor as soon as possible if you experience vomiting or severe stomach pain. Such side effects may be indicative of an allergic reaction to this medication.

Difficulty Sleeping

While receiving treating with the Combivent inhaler, you can develop sleep difficulties as a side effect of this medication. You may find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep after taking this medicine. This condition, called insomnia, can cause you to experience additional symptoms of tiredness and fatigue during treatment with the Combivent inhaler. If such symptoms significantly interfere with your ability to complete your daily activities, speak with your doctor to discuss symptom management options.

Increased Heart Rate

Using the Combivent inhaler can cause heart-related side effects to develop in some people. If you experience an increased heart rate (tachycardia) or decreased blood pressure, contact your doctor immediately. Heart-related side effects may also cause symptoms of dizziness, headache, chest pain or shortness of breath.

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Important Forzest Safety Information
COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol is indicated for use in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on a regular aerosol bronchodilator who continue to have evidence of bronchospasm and who require a second bronchodilator.
COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol should not be used in patients who:
  • Are allergic to soya lecithin or related food products such as soybeans and peanuts
  • Are allergic to any of the ingredients in COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol or to atropine or other similar drugs
COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol can cause the narrowing of the airways to get worse (paradoxical bronchospasm) in some patients, which may be life threatening. If this happens, stop taking COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol at once and call your doctor or get emergency help.
COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol can cause serious allergic reactions. Symptoms include itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing), skin rash, hives, bronchospasm (airway narrowing), or anaphylaxis. If you experience any of these symptoms stop taking COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol at once and call your doctor or get emergency help.
COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol can cause serious heart-related side effects, such as an increase in pulse, blood pressure, and/or related symptoms.
Deaths have been reported with similar inhaled medicines in asthma patients who use the medicine too much. Do not use COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol more often than your healthcare provider has directed.
Certain medical conditions may increase your risk of side effects.
Tell your healthcare provider about all your conditions and medicines you take, including if you:
  • Have narrow-angle glaucoma
  • Have prostate or urinary problems
  • Have a history of heart disease (e.g., reduced heart circulation, irregular heartbeat, and high blood pressure)
  • Have seizures
  • Have a thyroid disorder
  • Have diabetes
  • Have low potassium levels
  • Have kidney disease
  • Have liver disease
  • Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding
  • Are taking any heart medications or drugs to treat depression
Read the step-by-step Patient's Instructions for use before using this medicine.
Remember to vigorously shake your COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol for 10 seconds before each use or inhalation.
Do not get the spray into your eyes.
The most common side effects reported with use of COMBIVENT Inhalation Aerosol include bronchitis, infection of the ears, nose, and throat, headache, shortness of breath, and cough.
Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information including Patient Instructions for Use.