Ipratropium Bromide Salbutamol Sulfate (Relaxsaph) 200 mcg/1 mg per ml (500mcg/2.5mg per 2.5ml) 25 ml Ampoules 30's

Generic Name: IPRATROPIUM BROMIDE SALBUTAMOL SULFATE

Brand Name: RELAXSAPH

Strength: 200mcg/1mg per mL

Form: AMPOULES

Manufacturer: ALTHEA PHARMA PVT. LTD. & SAPPHIRE LIFESCIENCES PVT. LTD.

Imported and Distributed by: OLLEN PHARMA TRADING INC.

Classification: BRONCHODILATOR

Indication/Uses: 

1. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD):
   • Used for the maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
2. Asthma:
   • Can be used in the management of severe asthma or acute asthma exacerbations when other treatments are insufficient.

Uses:

1. Bronchodilation:

   • Ipratropium Bromide: An anticholinergic agent that works by inhibiting the muscarinic receptors on the bronchial smooth muscle, leading to muscle relaxation and bronchodilation.
   • Salbutamol Sulfate: A beta-2 agonist that stimulates the beta-2 adrenergic receptors on bronchial smooth muscle, causing relaxation and bronchodilation.

2. Symptomatic Relief:

   • Provides rapid relief from symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and tightness in the chest by opening up the airways.

3. Preventive Therapy:

   • Used to prevent symptoms in chronic respiratory diseases, maintaining open airways and improving overall lung function.

Dosage and Administration:

• Typically administered via nebulization.
• The usual dose for adults is one 2.5 ml ampoule (500 mcg Ipratropium Bromide and 2.5 mg Salbutamol Sulfate) nebulized three to four times daily.
• The dosage may be adjusted based on the patient's response and severity of the condition.