Combivent and Zelnorm

• 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: tegaserod
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Zelnorm

Zelnorm increases the action of a chemical called serotonin in the intestines. This speeds the movement of stools through the bowels.

Zelnorm is used to treat severe, chronic, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women under 65 years of age who have constipation (and not diarrhea) as their main bowel problem.

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