A history of allergy to which substance is a contraindication to the use of ipratropium/albuterol [Combivent]?
A. Mold
B. Peanuts
C. Penicillin
D. Dairy products
Ans: B. Peanuts
Explanation: Patients with peanut allergy should avoid Combivent, which contains soya lecithin as a carrier. Soya is in the same plant family as peanuts, and about 10% of people with peanut allergy are cross-allergic to soya. Allergy to the remainder of the options is not a contraindication.
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