TIOTROPIUM belongs to the group of anti-asthmatic medicines called bronchodilators used to treat asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).
TIOTROPIUM contains ‘Tiotropium’ which works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine which are released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. TIOTROPIUM relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thereby, provides relief from asthma and COPD.
TIOTROPIUM is meant for inhalation only; do not swallow TIOTROPIUM. You are advised to use TIOTROPIUM for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dry mouth, stomach upset, constipation, blurred vision, chest pain and cold symptoms. 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.
Please do not stop taking TIOTROPIUM on your own as it might cause worsening of symptoms. Consult your doctor before taking TIOTROPIUM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. TIOTROPIUM may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. TIOTROPIUM is not recommended for children below 6years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
TIOTROPIUM belongs to the group of anti-asthmatic medicines called bronchodilators used to treat asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). TIOTROPIUM works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine which are released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. TIOTROPIUM relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thereby helps in treating asthma and COPD. Regular use of TIOTROPIUM can help with ongoing shortness of breath related to diseases like asthma. Daily use of TIOTROPIUM can also help prevent sudden, short-term worsening of COPD symptoms that might last for several days. TIOTROPIUM is also used as an adjunct to other medicines to treat asthma.
Do not use TIOTROPIUM if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking TIOTROPIUM if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, prostate problems or difficulty in urination, kidney, liver disease, 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 TIOTROPIUM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. TIOTROPIUM may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. TIOTROPIUM is not recommended for children below 6 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. If wheezing or chest tightness worsens, please consult a doctor immediately. These might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment.
Drug-Drug Interactions: TIOTROPIUM may interact with anticholinergic drugs (ipratropium, oxitropium).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, prostate problems or difficulty in urination, kidney disease, liver disease, angioedema, cystic fibrosis, myocardial infarction (heart attack), irregular heartbeat or heart failure.
You are advised not to consume alcohol while taking TIOTROPIUM as it might cause increased dizziness.
TIOTROPIUM belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Consult your doctor before using TIOTROPIUM, your doctor will decide whether TIOTROPIUM can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
TIOTROPIUM may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using TIOTROPIUM if you have liver impairment/liver disease or any concerns regarding this.
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using TIOTROPIUM if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease or any concerns regarding this.
TIOTROPIUM is not recommended for children below 6 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than 2 times in a week and up to 4 nights in a month whereas, in case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises and self-care.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).