Combivent and Irbesartan

• Generic Name: albuterol / ipratropium
• Dosage Forms: aerosol, metered
• Other Brand Names: Combivent Respimat, DuoNeb, Combivent

Combivent Respimat is a metered-dose inhaler containing a combination of albuterol and ipratropium. Albuterol and ipratropium are bronchodilators that relax muscles in the airways and increase air flow to the lungs.

Combivent Respimat is used to prevent bronchospasm (tightening and narrowing of the airways) in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are also using other medicines to control their condition.

Combivent Respimat may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: irbesartan
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Avapro

Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Irbesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications.

Irbesartan is also used to treat kidney problems caused by type 2 diabetes.

Irbesartan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.