Ipratropium bromide is a medication used to treat respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and bronchitis. This medication is classified as an anticholinergic drug that helps to open the air passages in the lungs making it easier to breathe. Ipratropium bromide is also known by other names such as Atrovent, Apo-Ipravent, and Ipraxa. These names are all synonyms for ipratropium bromide and are often used interchangeably. However, it is important to note that while the names may be different, the medication itself is the same, and the dosage and administration should remain the same regardless of the name used.