Drug interactions
Belladonna alkaloids + Ipratropium-salbutamol
Severity: Minor
Belladonna alkaloids and Ipratropium-salbutamol: minor interaction.
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Summary
Belladonna alkaloids have systemic antimuscarinic effects that may add to those of inhaled ipratropium. Because ipratropium is poorly absorbed, the additive effect is usually small, though dry mouth, constipation and urinary retention can occur in susceptible patients.
What this interaction means in plain words
Belladonna alkaloids and Ipratropium-salbutamol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Additive muscarinic receptor blockade, limited by low systemic absorption of ipratropium.
What to do
Monitor for anticholinergic effects such as urinary retention and constipation, especially in older patients. Review the need for both if symptoms develop.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Belladonna alkaloids with Ipratropium-salbutamol?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Belladonna alkaloids and Ipratropium-salbutamol have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Belladonna alkaloids have systemic antimuscarinic effects that may add to those of inhaled ipratropium. Because ipratropium is poorly absorbed, the additive effect is usually small, though dry mouth, constipation and urinary retention can occur in susceptible patients.
How serious is the interaction between Belladonna alkaloids and Ipratropium-salbutamol?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor for anticholinergic effects such as urinary retention and constipation, especially in older patients. Review the need for both if symptoms develop.
What other medicines interact with Ipratropium-salbutamol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Ipratropium-salbutamol with, for example, Amisulpride, Arsenic trioxide, Carvedilol. The full list is on the Ipratropium-salbutamol page.
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