Compare Atrovent vs. Theophylline
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Controls COPD.
First choice inhaler for controlling mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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Upsides
- The nebulizer is available in generic.
- Available in combination with albuterol in case Atrovent (ipratropium) by itself is not enough to control your symptoms.
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Downsides
- Effects don't last long so it needs to be used multiple times a day.
- Doesn't work fast enough to be used as a rescue inhaler for COPD attacks.
- The inhaler is only available in brand name.
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Used for
- Asthma Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Exercise-induced asthma; Prophylaxis Nocturnal asthma
- Apnea in the newborn; Adjunct Nocturnal asthma
Dosage forms
- Inhaler
- Nebulizer solution
- Pill
- Extended release
- Liquid
Price
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$19.49
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Side effects
10possible side effects
- Bronchitis10%
- COPD attack8%
- Shortness of breath8%
- Headache6%
- Influenza like symptoms4%
- Dry mouth4%
- Nausea4%
- Dizziness3%
- Back pain2%
- Urinary tract infection2%
The Theo-24 (Theophylline) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
- Not a rescue inhaler
- Serious allergic reaction
- COPD attack
- Urination problems
- Benign prostate hyperplasia
- Urinary neck obstruction
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