Which drug is a quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic used in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
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Correct answer: Ipratropium
Ipratropium is a quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic that acts locally in the lungs. It produces bronchodilation and is widely used in COPD and asthma.
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