Is Combivent inhaler for children as young as four?

Question

My friend was prescribed by his pediatrician Combivent inhaler for the use of a bronchial infection for his four year old son (with the use of antibiotics as well). From what I know its used to treat patients with COPD. Is this a good medication to give a four year old?

Answer 1

Yes, it's fine to give to a 4 year old, but should be supervised by an adult.  Use as the physician instructed.

There is only one standard dose of Combivent® (ipratropium and albuterol inhaler), regardless of your weight, age, or other medical conditions.

http://copd.emedtv.com/combivent/combive...

Combivent is a combination of Albuterol and Ipatropium to relieve bronchospasm in asthma patients.  With COPD patients that have reversible symptoms, it can be used for emphysema or bronchitis.