Tiotropium: Uses, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions
Brand names: Stiolto Respimat
# Tiotropium Overview Tiotropium is a medicine used to help people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma breathe easier. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways in your lungs, which helps keep them open longer so air can flow more freely. You inhale this medicine using a special inhaler device, usually once a day. It's a maintenance medicine, which means you take it regularly to prevent breathing problems, not just when you're having trouble breathing. While tiotropium is helpful for many people, there are some important safety things to know. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you're taking, especially heart medicines, water pills, certain antidepressants, and other asthma or COPD drugs—some combinations need careful watching. Don't use tiotropium if you're allergic to it or similar medicines. Watch for side effects like tremors, headaches, or heart palpitations, and call your doctor right away if you have chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or severe breathing problems. Always use your inhaler exactly as your doctor instructs and store it properly at room temperature.
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Check Now ↓Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- DYSPNOEA25,050 reports
- INCORRECT ROUTE OF DRUG ADMINISTRATION23,327 reports
- ASTHMA12,091 reports
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE10,352 reports
- COUGH9,825 reports
- PNEUMONIA9,260 reports
- WHEEZING7,488 reports
- CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE6,892 reports
- PRODUCT QUALITY ISSUE6,470 reports
- FATIGUE5,983 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
Recent Recalls (1)
- Class II
CARDINAL HEALTHCARE · January 26, 2022
SPIRIVA HANDIHALER (tiotropium bromide inhalation powder) 18 mcg/Capsule, 30 capsules, 3 blister cards, each card contains 10 capsules, Rx only, For oral inhalation only, Distributed by: Boehringer InCGMP Deviations: Products were exposed to temperatures outside of the products labeled storage conditions.
Source: FDA (openFDA Drug Enforcement). Voluntary and mandated recalls affecting this drug.
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