Tiotropium
Composition
Contains Tiotropium bromide, a long-acting anticholinergic (muscarinic antagonist).
Indications
Used for long-term maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
Side effects
Dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, throat irritation, headache.
Precautions
Use with caution in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma, prostatic hyperplasia, or urinary retention.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to tiotropium or atropine and its derivatives.
Dosage and administration
Inhalation: 18 mcg once daily via HandiHaler or 2.5 mcg (2 puffs) once daily via Respimat inhaler.
Countries
Limited LATAM export data
Available Forms
Dry powder inhaler (HandiHaler), soft mist inhaler (Respimat).