COMBIVENT RESPIMAT inhalation spray delivers COMBIVENT in a new propellant-free inhaler.

This product is now FDA approved and will be available in July, 2012.

View the Full COMBIVENT RESPIMAT Prescribing Information, including Instructions for Use

Important Safety Information

COMBIVENT RESPIMAT is indicated for use in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on a regular aerosol bronchodilator who continue to have evidence of bronchospasm and who require a second bronchodilator.

COMBIVENT RESPIMAT should not be used in patients who:

  • Are allergic to any of the ingredients in COMBIVENT RESPIMAT or to atropine or other similar drugs

COMBIVENT RESPIMAT can cause the narrowing of the airways to get worse (paradoxical bronchospasm) in some patients, which may be life threatening. If this happens, stop taking COMBIVENT RESPIMAT at once and call your doctor or get emergency help.

COMBIVENT RESPIMAT can cause serious allergic reactions. Symptoms include itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing), skin rash, hives, bronchospasm (airway narrowing), or anaphylaxis. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking COMBIVENT RESPIMAT at once and call your doctor or get emergency help.

COMBIVENT RESPIMAT can cause serious heart-related side effects, such as an increase in pulse, blood pressure, and/or related symptoms.

Deaths have been reported with similar inhaled medicines in asthma patients who use the medicine too much. Do not use COMBIVENT RESPIMAT more often than your healthcare provider has directed.

Certain medical conditions may increase your risk of side effects.

Tell your healthcare provider about all your conditions and medicines you take, including if you:

  • Have narrow-angle glaucoma
  • Have prostate or urinary problems
  • Have a history of heart disease (e.g., reduced heart circulation, irregular heartbeat, and high blood pressure)
  • Have seizures
  • Have a thyroid disorder
  • Have diabetes
  • Have low potassium levels
  • Have kidney disease
  • Have liver disease
  • Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding
  • Are taking any heart medications or drugs to treat depression

Read the step-by-step Instructions for Use before using this medicine.

Do not get the spray into your eyes.

The most common side effects reported with use of COMBIVENT RESPIMAT include infection of the ears, nose, and throat, runny nose, cough, bronchitis and headache.

Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information including Instructions for Use.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.