Albuterol and ipratropium inhalation and Theophylline and guaifenesin

• Generic Name: albuterol / ipratropium
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Combivent Respimat, DuoNeb, Combivent

Albuterol and ipratropium are bronchodilators that relax muscles in the airways and increase air flow to the lungs.

Albuterol and ipratropium inhalation is used to prevent bronchospasm in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are also using other medicines to control their condition.

Albuterol and ipratropium inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: guaifenesin / theophylline
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Theophylline and guaifenesin combination is used to treat or prevent the symptoms of asthma or to treat chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Theophylline and guaifenesin relieves cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing. It works by opening up the bronchial tubes (air passages) of the lungs and increasing the flow of air through them.

Theophylline and guaifenesin is available only with your doctor's prescription.