Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is a combination medication primarily used to treat or prevent symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) likes shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath due to damaged air sac) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation and narrowing of the lining of airways or bronchial tubes).

Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is a combination of two bronchodilators, namely: Levosalbutamol and Ipratropium bromide. Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it allows us to breathe easily.

Use Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you use Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, sore throat, dry mouth, runny or stuffy nose, pain, cough with mucus, sneezing, chest tightness, difficulty in breathing, dizziness, nervousness, tiredness, irregular heartbeats and vomiting. Most of these side effects of Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml or any other medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding, or experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor immediately. Do not use Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking a prolonged intake of Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes fits, enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction or other urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. Please do not use or store Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml near open flame or heat as it may burst the container.

Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is a combination of two bronchodilators, namely: Levosalbutamol and Ipratropium bromide. Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, allowing to breathe easily and provide relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

If you are allergic to Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml or any other medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding, experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor immediately. Do not use Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. However, if you experience irregular heartbeats, leg cramps, extreme thirst, constipation, increased urination, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of low potassium. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy (fits), enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction or other urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. Do not use or store Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml near open flame or heat as it may burst the container.

• Eat foods rich in potassium such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens, and beetroots as potassium is important for lung function and a potassium deficiency may cause breathing problems.
• Drink plenty of fluids every day to thin mucus which makes it easier to cough out.
• Maintain a diet that includes complex carbohydrates such as lentils, beans, barley, oats, quinoa, bran, peas, and potatoes with skin.
• Limit or avoid the intake of caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee, soda, and energy drinks like red bull.
• Eat protein-rich foods such as meat, fish (particularly salmon, sardines, and mackerel), eggs, and poultry.
• Exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system. Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
• Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of the Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml and irritate the lungs worsening breathing problem.

Avoid contact of Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml with eyes, especially if you have glaucoma (damaged eye nerve due to increased eye pressure) as it may worsen the condition and cause eye irritation or blurred vision. A fungal infection might occur in your mouth and throat, so it is advisable to gargle with warm water after each inhalation of Ipramol Respules 5 x 2.5 ml.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath due to damaged air sacs) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco and exposure to air pollutants like asbestos and chemicals/fumes. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).