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Duovent^® UDVs
(Unit Dose Vials)

Plastic vials containing ipratropium bromide 500 micrograms and fenoterol hydrobromide 1.25mg in 4ml isotonic, preservative-free solution.

Information for patients

Duovent UDVs (Unit Dose Vials) contain a solution of two medicines called ipratropium bromide and fenoterol hydrobromide.  Both are bronchodilators which help to open up the air passages in your lungs so that you can breath more easily.

Please keep your Duovent UDVs safely away from heat or light (for example in a cupboard) and out of the sight and reach of children.

Before using Duovent UDVs please take some time to read the following guidelines and precautions but remember – if you have any questions about your treatment, ask your doctor.

How to use your Duovent UDVs

Each plastic vial contains Duovent Nebuliser Solution which should only be used in a nebuliser approved by your doctor.  Do not let anyone else use your nebuliser or take your medicine, they are both for your use only.

How much to use

Your doctor will explain exactly how much solution to use.  If you feel at any time that your medicine is not working as well as it should, call your doctor and explain the situation.
Never take more than has been prescribed for you.

How to use

1.	Get your nebuliser ready by following the manufacturer's instructions and the advice of your doctor.

2.	Tear off a new vial – never use one which has been opened already.

	

3.	Unless otherwise instructed by your doctor, squeeze all the contents of the plastic vial into the reservoir of your nebuliser. Some people are instructed by their doctor to dilute the solution using specially prepared 0.9% sterile sodium chloride (salt) solution.

4.	Assemble the nebuliser and use it as directed by your doctor.

5.	After you've finished, follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning your nebuliser. Throw away any leftover solution.

Precautions

Some people are allergic to particular medicines.  Duovent UDVs should not be used by anyone who is allergic to ipratropium bromide or fenoterol hydrobromide.  If in doubt, ask your doctor.

Take care not to let any of the solution or mist into your eyes, it may cause harm.

Tell your doctor about any illnesses you have.  In particular, if you suffer from glaucoma (excessive pressure inside your eyes) or if you are a man who has problems with the prostate gland, then do tell your doctor.

If you are a woman who is, or who may become pregnant, then tell your doctor about that too.

Remember:
If in doubt, ask your doctor

There are thousands of nebulisers in use across the country every day.  When used properly they provide many people with effective relief from their breathing difficulties.  To help get the most from your treatment always follow your doctor's instructions.

The Product Licence and Product Authorisation are held by:
Boehringer Ingelheim Limited,
Ellesfield Avenue,
Bracknell,
Berkshire, RG12 8YS