Definition of "ipratropium" [ipratropium]

• An anticholinergic drug administered by inhalation for the treatment of obstructive lung diseases. (noun)

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• "The anticholinergic drug designed for administration by inhalation is ipratropium, which is designed to be poorly absorbed out of the lung."
• "Anti-cholinergic drugs, such as ipratropium bromide dilate airways."
• "For severe cases, the prescription nasal spray ipratropium (Atrovent) may help, though it can cause bothersome side effects including headache; nasal dryness, irritation or bleeding; and sore throat."