Tiotropium Adco 16 micrograms Hard capsule for inhalation
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 05 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Long-term maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Dosage (summary)
Inhale one capsule once daily using the Zephir Inhaler.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: Few days, Duration: >24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use during pregnancy is not recommended; unknown if excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Concomitant use with other anticholinergics not recommended
- No significant interactions with LABA or ICS
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to tiotropium or excipients
- Children under 18 years
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Instruct on proper inhaler use
- Avoid eye contact with powder
- Do not exceed once daily dosing
Serious warnings
- Not for acute bronchospasm
- Caution in narrow-angle glaucoma
- Risk of inhalation-induced bronchospasm
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