Atrovent HFA is a prescription medication that is used to prevent airway spasms caused by COPD. This eMedTV article offers an overview of the drug, including a discussion on how it works, how to use it, some side effects it may cause, and more.
In clinical trials of Atrovent HFA, side effects of the drug included sinus infections and bronchitis. This eMedTV segment discusses both common side effects of the drug and those side effects that may require immediate medical attention.
Atrovent HFA uses include treating the symptoms of COPD, such as coughing and shortness of breath. This eMedTV resource discusses approved uses for the medication, as well as off-label uses and uses in children.
The Atrovent HFA dosage generally used to treat COPD is two inhalations four times a day. This portion of the eMedTV Web site discusses Atrovent HFA dosing guidelines in detail, including instructions for when and how to use the inhaler.
Atrovent HFA can make breathing problems worse and could cause vision changes. This portion of the eMedTV library features a discussion of Atrovent HFA warnings and precautions, including a list of those who should not use the inhaler.
The earliest that generic Atrovent HFA could become available is in November 2009, when the patent expires. This eMedTV segment discusses circumstances that may extend that date past 2009, such as lawsuits and patents for specific uses of the drug.
