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Tiomist Respicaps is used to treat COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It contains tiotropium, which works by relaxing and widening the airways, making it easier to breathe. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as dry mouth, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, and cough. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

TIOTROPIUM-18MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

INHALATION

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Tiomist Respicaps

Tiomist Respicaps is used to prevent bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways in the lungs) in adults with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), including bronchitis and emphysema. COPD is a chronic lung disease that causes cough and shortness of breath.

Tiomist Respicaps contains tiotropium, which works by relaxing and widening the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thus, it provides relief from COPD.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as dry mouth, headache, constipation, blurred vision, dizziness, and cough. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not use Tiomist Respicaps if you are allergic to any of its components. Please do not stop using Tiomist Respicaps on your own, as it might cause worsening of symptoms. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tiomist Respicaps may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Tiomist Respicaps

Tiomist Respicaps is used to treat COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). The detailed uses of Tiomist Respicaps are as follows:

  • Long-term maintenance therapy:Tiomist Respicaps effectively prevents bronchospasm associated with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
  • Symptom control:Tiomist Respicaps manages respiratory symptoms in chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
  • Airflow improvement:Tiomist Respicaps relaxes airway muscles to facilitate easier breathing in COPD patients.
  • Exacerbation prevention:Tiomist Respicaps reduces the frequency of COPD-related flare-ups.

Directions for Use

  • Recommended to use Tiomist Respicaps once daily or as advised by your doctor.
  • Check the label or leaflet for directions before use. Place the capsule in the inhaler, twist the mouthpiece until it clicks, then inhale deeply through the device, hold your breath for about 10 seconds, and breathe out.
  • After use, rinse your mouth with water and spit it out to reduce the risk of infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Tiomist Respicaps is used to prevent bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways in the lungs) in adults with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), including bronchitis and emphysema. Tiomist Respicaps contains ‘Tiotropium’, which works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine, which are released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. Tiomist Respicaps relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thus, it provides relief from bronchitis and emphysema.

How Tiomist Respicaps Works

Tiomist Respicaps relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thus, it provides relief from symptoms of COPD.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Tiomist Respicaps out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Tiomist Respicaps
  • Drink warm fluids such as warm water with honey, broth, soup or herbal tea to soothe sore throat.
  • Gargle with warm salt water.
  • Suck on lozenges to increase the production of saliva and soothe your throat.
  • Use a humidifier to soothe sore throat as it adds moisture to the air and makes breathing easier.
  • Get plenty of rest and avoid activities that tire you out to allow your body fight the infection.
  • Drink lots of fluids to help loosen mucus in the lungs.
  • Use over-the-counter medications like paracetamol or ibuprofen to manage fever.
  • Use a humidifier as it helps soothe irritated airways.
  • Do not make changes to your medication schedule or take over-the-counter medicines without consulting your doctor.
  • Avoid triggers like alcohol, caffeine, and energy drinks.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps maintain heart health.
  • Follow a nutritious and balanced diet.
  • Chest pain may last for a while and needs immediate medical attention as it is a significant health issue to be attended to.
  • Take rest and refrain from doing physical activity for a while, and restart after a few days.
  • Try applying an ice pack to the strained area for at least 20 minutes thrice a day. Ice pack thus helps reduce inflammation.
  • Sit upright and maintain proper posture if there is persistent chest pain. Use extra pillows to elevate your position and prop your chest up while sleeping.
Here are the few steps for dealing with itching caused by drug use:
  • Report the itching to your doctor immediately; they may need to change your medication or dosage.
  • Use a cool, damp cloth on the itchy area to help soothe and calm the skin, reducing itching and inflammation.
  • Keep your skin hydrated and healthy with gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers.
  • Try not to scratch, as this can worsen the itching and irritate your skin.
  • If your doctor prescribes, you can take oral medications or apply topical creams or ointments to help relieve itching.
  • Track your itching symptoms and follow your doctor's guidance to adjust your treatment plan if needed. If the itching persists, consult your doctor for further advice.
Here are the steps to Dry Mouth (xerostomia) caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dry mouth symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help keep your mouth moist and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Chew sugar-free gum or candies to increase saliva production and keep your mouth moisturized.
  • Use saliva substitutes, such as mouthwashes or sprays, only if your doctor advises them to help moisturize your mouth and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Avoid consuming smoking, alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, and other irritants that may aggravate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Schedule regular dental check-ups to keep track of your oral health and handle any dry mouth issues as they arise.
Managing Medication-Triggered UTIs: A Comprehensive Approach
  • Inform your doctor about the medication you're taking and the UTI symptoms you're experiencing.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or consider alternative medications or dosages that may reduce the risk of UTIs.
  • Drink plenty of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help flush out bacteria. Avoid sugary drinks and caffeine, which can exacerbate UTI symptoms.
  • Urinate when you feel the need rather than holding it in. This can help prevent bacterial growth and reduce the risk of UTIs.
  • Consider cranberry supplements: Cranberry supplements may help prevent UTIs by preventing bacterial adhesion.
  • Monitor UTI symptoms and report any changes to your doctor.
  • If antibiotics are prescribed, take them as directed and complete the full course.

What if I have taken an overdose of Tiomist Respicaps

Use Tiomist Respicaps only as prescribed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include dry mouth, stomach pain, constipation, shaking hands that you cannot control, changes in thinking, blurred vision, red eyes, fast heartbeat, and difficulty urinating. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Tiomist Respicaps if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor before taking Tiomist Respicaps if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, prostate problems or difficulty in urination, kidney or liver disease, or cystic fibrosis, or have suffered from myocardial infarction (heart attack) during the last 6 months, irregular heartbeat, or heart failure. Consult your doctor before using Tiomist Respicaps if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tiomist Respicaps may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol, as it might cause increased dizziness. If wheezing or chest tightness worsens, please consult a doctor immediately. These might be signs indicating that your condition is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice as they may worsen your symptoms.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, and regular exercise.
  • Try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress and reduce the risk of an attack.
  • Quit smoking as it may irritate the lungs, worsening breathing problems.
  • Learn breathing exercises, such as pursed-lip breathing. It will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

BRONCHODILATOR
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Alcohol

Caution

You are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Tiomist Respicaps , as it might cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, as there is limited information available on its safety in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as there is limited information available on its safety in nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Tiomist Respicaps may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Tiomist Respicaps if you have liver impairment, as there is limited information available on its safety in such cases.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Tiomist Respicaps if you have kidney impairment, as there is limited information available on its safety in such cases.

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Children

Caution

Tiomist Respicaps is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Heart

Consult with a healthcare provider to weigh the benefits and risks of Tiomist Respicaps in patients with significant heart problems.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Use Tiomist Respicaps only under doctor's guidance due to potential age-related side effects. Consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Have a query?

FAQs

Tiomist Respicaps is used to treat COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), including bronchitis and emphysema.

Tiomist Respicaps relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thus, it provides relief from bronchitis and emphysema.

Dry mouth could be a side effect of Tiomist Respicaps . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

Please do not stop using Tiomist Respicaps on your own, as it might cause worsening of symptoms. To treat your condition effectively, continue using Tiomist Respicaps for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Talk to your doctor if your breathing problems do not improve despite using Tiomist Respicaps .

You are recommended to use Tiomist Respicaps for as long as your doctor advises, as it is typically prescribed for long-term use. Do not stop the medication too early, as symptoms may return.

Take the medicines as advised by a doctor. Treatment can help manage symptoms, slow progression, and prevent them from getting worse. Also, quit smoking, wear a mask while going out, and avoid heavy workouts to slow down the progression of COPD.

No, Tiomist Respicaps is not a steroid. Its active ingredient, tiotropium, is a bronchodilator.

The side effects of Tiomist Respicaps are dry mouth, headache, constipation, blurred vision, dizziness, and cough. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Tiomist Respicaps should not be used to treat sudden attacks. It is meant for maintenance treatment only.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
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