DuoNeb treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by opening and relaxing the airways of the lungs, making it easier to breathe. The drug is a combination of an anticholinergic and a bronchodilator (Ipratropium / Albuterol). It is often called a “controller medication.”
Prescription required. Product of New Zealand. Shipped from New Zealand.
To comply with Canadian International Pharmacy Association regulations you are permitted to order a 3-month supply or the closest package size available based on your personal prescription. read more
According to the FDA, you should store DuoNeb between 2°C and 25°C (36°F and 77°F). Vials should be protected from light before using them. Keep unused vials in the foil pouch or carton, which will prevent sunlight from making direct contact. Do not use the vials after the expiration (EXP) date printed on the carton.
Common side effects of DuoNeb (Ipratropium / Albuterol) are some of the following:
Common side effects of DuoNeb:
body aches or pain
chills
cough
cough producing mucus
difficulty with breathing
ear congestion
fever
headache
loss of voice
runny nose
sneezing
sore throat
stuffy nose
tightness in the chest
unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common side effects of DuoNeb:
bladder pain
bloody or cloudy urine
blurred vision
burning while urinating burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
chest pain
congestion
diarrhea
difficult, burning, or painful urination
dizziness
fainting
fast, slow, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
frequent urge to urinate
general feeling of discomfort or illness
hoarseness
increased sputum
joint pain
loss of appetite
lower back or side pain
muscle aches and pains
nausea
nervousness
noisy breathing
pain
pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
pounding in the ears
shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
shivering
sweating
swelling
tender, swollen glands in the neck
trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
trouble sleeping
trouble swallowing
voice changes
vomiting
Rare side effects of DuoNeb
skin rash or hives
swelling of the face, lips, eyelids, mouth, or throat
Does DuoNeb (ipratropium/albuterol) interact with other medicines?
If you’re using any other types of over-the-counter (OTC) medications, it’s always advised to inform your primary care physician of these medications in advance.
Make sure that you discuss if you are using any of the following before using ipratropium/albuterol.
Any type of inhaled anticholinergic. This would include drugs such as tiotropium (Spiriva Respimat), umeclidinium (Incruse Ellipta), or aclidinium (Tudorza Pressair), which is a medicine commonly used for COPD.
Any type of beta-2 agonist, such as albuterol, levalbuterol (Xopenex HFA), salmeterol (Serevent), arformoterol (Brovana), olodaterol (Striverdi), or formoterol (Perforomist), which is a medicine also commonly used for treating asthma or COPD.
Any anticholinergic medicine that you might be on. Which includes antihistamines and medicines commonly used for overactive bladder, Parkinson’s disease, or stomach problems.
Any beta-blocker medications, such as metoprolol (Lopressor), atenolol (Tenormin), or propranolol (Inderal LA). Which are common medicines that may be used for certain heart conditions or to reduce blood pressure.
Any monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that’s been used within the past 2 weeks. Which is a medicine usually used to treat depression or Parkinson’s disease.
Any tricyclic antidepressant drug such as amitriptyline, nortriptyline, or protriptyline. Make sure to inform your physician about use within the past 2 weeks, even if it’s not used for depression.
A diuretic medicine, also called a “water pill,” which is a medicine used to reduce edema (fluid retention) and blood pressure.
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