What Is Ipratropium Bromide Used For? FDA-Approved Uses

The FDA label says: “Ipratropium bromide inhalation solution administered either alone or with other bronchodilators, especially beta adrenergics, is indicated as a bronchodilator for maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.”

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Ipratropium Bromide, solution

Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation (ANDA075562). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.

Ipratropium bromide inhalation solution administered either alone or with other bronchodilators, especially beta adrenergics, is indicated as a bronchodilator for maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Source: DailyMed label, set id db8095db-d1fd-4099-9fb1-d1ad4e284976, version 7, effective May 8, 2026. NDC 0487-9801, one of 14 listings for this product.

Ipratropium Bromide, spray, metered

Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Apotex Corp. (ANDA076156). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.

Ipratropium bromide nasal solution, 0.03% is indicated for the symptomatic relief of rhinorrhea associated with allergic and nonallergic perennial rhinitis in adults and children age 6 years and older.

Source: DailyMed label, set id ac641027-929e-694d-80cd-bf770dc51aa6, version 11, effective September 11, 2026. NDC 60505-0826, one of 14 listings for this product.

Questions

What is ipratropium bromide used for?

The FDA label says: “Ipratropium bromide inhalation solution administered either alone or with other bronchodilators, especially beta adrenergics, is indicated as a bronchodilator for maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.”

What drug class is ipratropium bromide?

FDA lists ipratropium bromide in the Anticholinergic established pharmacologic class.

Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?

No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.