Atrovent Inhaler
Atrovent Inhaler is a bronchodilator used to open the airways, making breathing easier for people with asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). It contains the active ingredient Ipratropium Bromide, which works by relaxing the muscles around your airways. This inhaler is typically used 3-4 times a day as a maintenance treatment to control symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. It is a prescription-only medicine (POM).
Atrovent Treatment
| Product Name | Atrovent |
| Manufacturer | Boehringer Ingelheim |
| Active Ingredient | Ipratropium Bromide |
| Administration | Oral Inhalation |
| Presentation | Pressurised Inhalation Solution |
| Available Strengths | 20 mcg/puff / 1 x 200 puff inhaler |
| Product Type | POM — Prescription Only |
| Dosage | 3-4 times daily |
| Suitable for pregnancy? | Contraindicated |
| Use with alcohol | Contains small amount of ethanol; negligible effect |
| Link to Patient Information Leaflet | Atrovent PIL ↗ |
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Review Date: 2 Jul 2026
Next Review: 1 Jan 2027
Published on: 19 Nov 2025
Last Updated: 3 Jul 2026
