This medicine is used for treating and maintaining chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (lung disease).
tiotropium
This medicine is indicated to use in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Contradications
- Tiotropium is contraindicated for use in patients with tiotropium
- Tiotropium is contraindicated for use in patients with kidney diseases.
Side effects
Dry mouth, urinary retention, supraventricular tachycardia (abnormally fast heart rhythm arising from improper electrical activity in the upper part of the heart) and atrial fibrillation (quivering or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications).
Expert Advice
Do not increase the quantity than prescribed by the doctor. If the condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away. Do not flush tiotropium down the toilet. Keep tiotropium out of the reach of children. Store the tiotropium at room temperature. Keep tiotropium away from sunlight.
FAQs
What are the indications of this medicine?
How to store this medicine
Please store this medicine at room temperature on in fridge, depending on the manufacturer type. Keep away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Is flu shot necessary for me if I have a breathing problem?
If you have asthma or any other COPD, it may be necessary for you to get a flu shot/ flu vaccine every year as flu can worsen breathing problems. It is dependent on the severity of your condition. For further guidance, consult your healthcare provider.
What if I feel my COPD is getting worse?
Tell your healthcare provider immediately. He/ she will guide you further and tell you what symptoms to look for and the treatment accordingly.
What else can I do to improve my lung condition and overall quality of life?
Several COPD patients find relief by doing regular breathing exercises and light physical exercises. Moreover, stop smoking, limit use of lung irritants, and practice good hygiene.
Does Tiotropium have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternative is available. The effects of this medicine on lactating mothers are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
How to administer this medicine?
This medicine is mostly inhaled through the nose. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. This medicine is not recommended for children.
What are its precautions?
The patients with glaucoma (increased pressure in eye), prostatic hyperplasia (prostate gland abnormality), bladder-neck obstruction (condition causing obstruction in urine flow), and moderate to severe renal (kidney) impairment.
What are its side effects?
The patients administered with this medicine may experience dry mouth, urinary retention (urinary abnormality), supraventricular tachycardia (heart abnormality causing increased heart rate), and atrial fibrillation (heart abnormality). The patients administered with this medicine may experience dry mouth, urinary retention (urinary abnormality), supraventricular tachycardia (heart abnormality causing increased heart rate), and atrial fibrillation (heart abnormality).
What are the effects on pregnancy and lactation?
The effects of this medicine are unknown in pregnant females. Therefore, please consult your doctor before use. This medicine is not recommended for nursing females.
What are the contraindications?
Nursing females should avoid use of this medicine.
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