Combivent Inhaler (Ipratropium/Albuterol)

Do's

• Wash your hands before using Combivent Respimat.
• Rinse your mouth with water after using Combivent Respimat to help prevent a sore throat or mouth
• If you are using Combivent Respimat along with other inhaled medications, wait at least a few minutes between each medication.
• Store Combivent Respimat at room temperature away from heat and moisture.

Don'ts

• Do not use Combivent Respimat more often than prescribed by your Combivent Inhaler.
• Do not spray Combivent Respimat into your eyes.
• Do not use Combivent Respimat to treat an asthma attack that is already happening.
• Do not stop using Combivent Respimat without first talking to your Combivent Inhaler.

Common side effects:

• Cough
• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
• Headaches
• Infections that can affect your breathing, such as acute bronchitis or colds

Serious side effects:

• Long-acting bronchodilators, such as salmeterol (Serevent), may interact with Combivent Inhaler and cause serious symptoms like passing out or trouble breathing

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking Combivent Inhaler,  contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Combivent inhalers can cause serious allergic reactions. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as wheezing, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Combivent inhalers can cause paradoxical bronchospasm, which is a sudden worsening of breathing problems right after use. If you experience this, stop using the inhaler and seek medical attention immediately.

Combivent inhalers can cause heart-related side effects such as palpitations, chest pain, rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, tremor, or nervousness. If you experience any of these side effects, be sure to tell your Combivent Inhaler

Combivent inhalers may cause or worsen glaucoma, a condition that increases pressure inside the eye. It can also cause eye pain, blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights. If you experience any of these side effects, be sure to tell your Combivent Inhaler.

Combivent inhalers may cause difficulty with urination, especially in men with an enlarged prostate. If you experience this side effect, be sure to tell your Combivent Inhaler

Combivent inhalers can cause dizziness and blurred vision. Be careful driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

Combivent inhalers are not intended to relieve sudden breathing problems. If you experience sudden breathing problems, you should use a quick-relief inhaler such as albuterol.