tiotropium bromide
Used for Chronic Bronchitis and Asthma
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tiotropium bromide Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is tiotropium bromide available in?
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What is tiotropium bromide used for?
tiotropium bromide is a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) that is used to treat:
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Asthma in people age 6 years and older – tiotropium bromide only
How does tiotropium bromide work?
tiotropium bromide is an anticholinergic medication. It’s also called a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA). It attaches to proteins called muscarinic receptors to block signals that cause the muscles in your airways to tighten. As a result, the medication relaxes the muscles in your airways to make it easier for you to breathe.
How do I take tiotropium bromide?
tiotropium bromide is dosed as follows:
- Spiriva HandiHaler and generic
- This medication comes as capsules for dry powder inhalation for use with the HandiHaler device. Each capsule contains 18 mcg of tiotropium. The medication is inhaled through the mouth using the HandiHaler device
- COPD: The typical dose is 2 inhalations of a single capsule (18 mcg total) once daily
- tiotropium bromide
- This medication is available as a 2.5 mcg/puff and 1.25 mcg/puff metered-dose inhaler. The medication is inhaled through the mouth using the Respimat device.
- COPD: The typical dose is 2 inhalations of the 2.5 mcg inhaler (5 mcg total) once daily
- Asthma in people age 6 years and older: The typical dose is 2 inhalations of the 1.25 mcg inhaler (2.5 mcg total) once daily
Is it safe for me to take tiotropium bromide?
tiotropium bromide is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have a hypersensitivity to tiotropium, ipratropium, or any components of SPIRIVA
capsules.
tiotropium bromide Common Side Effects
Common side effects of tiotropium bromide:
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Dry mouth
- Sinus inflammation
tiotropium bromide Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with tiotropium bromide. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction: hives, itching, swelling of the face or throat, trouble breathing
- Worsening breathing symptoms
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on tiotropium bromide
The following medications may interact with tiotropium bromide:
- Anticholinergics: May interact additively with concomitantly used anticholinergic medications. Avoid administration of SPIRIVA
- HANDIHALER with other anticholinergic-containing drugs
Who makes tiotropium bromide?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is tiotropium bromide safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if tiotropium bromide will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving tiotropium bromide, talk to your healthcare provider.
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