Combivent composition?

What is Combivent made of (its composition)?

Combivent (often written as Combivent Respimat or Combivent) is a combination inhaler that contains two active bronchodilator medicines: ipratropium bromide and albuterol (salbutamol) sulfate. [1]

What are the drug classes of each ingredient?

• Ipratropium bromide is an anticholinergic (muscarinic receptor antagonist) that helps relax airway muscles. [1]
  
• Albuterol (salbutamol) sulfate is a short-acting beta2-agonist that also relaxes airway muscles and helps improve airflow. [1]
  
  

How do these ingredients work together?

Using an anticholinergic (ipratropium) and a beta2-agonist (albuterol) in one inhaler provides two different pathways to widen the airways, which is why the products are marketed for bronchodilation in obstructive lung disease. [1]

Are there different Combivent versions with different strengths?

Combivent products can differ by device (for example, Respimat) and by labeled strengths per actuation. Exact dosing/strength details depend on the specific Combivent product being used. For product- and strength-specific information, check the label for your exact version. [1]

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugs.com/combivent.html