Tiotropin 18 Capsules
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Tiotropium (18mcg) |
Chemical Class | Morpholines Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
Action Class | Anticholinergic - COPD |
User Rating | 4.7 |
User Reviews | 422 |
FAQ
Tiotropin 18 Capsules Reviews
Tiotropin 18 Capsules is only for inhalational purpose, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The first dose is given under medical supervision to prevent the side effects happen during first use. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not prevent the already started breathing trouble or asthma attack, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.
The most common side effect of this medicine is dry mouth. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. To overcome dry mouth, it is advised to increase water intake, carry sugar candy, or maintain good oral hygiene. If you experience any other side effects, let your doctor know.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
How Tiotropin 18 Capsules Works
How to Use Tiotropin 18 Capsules
Benefits of Tiotropin 18 Capsules
- In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Tiotropin 18 Capsules helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Uses of Tiotropin 18 Capsules
- Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Tiotropin 18 Capsules Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Tiotropin 18 Capsules makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
- Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Only small amounts of Tiotropin 18 Capsules may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication.
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