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Spiriva (Tiotropium)
| Tiotropium Rotacaps (Generic) Tiotropium (Tiotropium Bromide Monohydrate) | ||||||
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Spiriva
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Spiriva |
| Generic Name | Tiotropium Bromide |
| Purpose | Long-acting bronchodilator used to prevent bronchospasm in people with COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. |
| Mechanism of Action | Anticholinergic that blocks muscarinic receptors in the airways, leading to bronchodilation. |
| Dosage Forms | Inhalation capsule (HandiHaler), Inhalation spray (Respimat) |
| Available Strengths | 18 mcg (HandiHaler), 2.5 mcg per actuation (Respimat) |
| Dosage Frequency | Once daily |
| Common Side Effects | Dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, cough, sore throat |
| Serious Side Effects | Worsening of narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling) |
| Drug Interactions | Other anticholinergic medications (e.g., ipratropium, oxybutynin) |
| Important Notes | Not for acute bronchospasm; use regularly as prescribed; ensure proper inhaler technique. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep capsules in blister pack until ready to use. |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember; do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Incruse Ellipta (umeclidinium), Atrovent (ipratropium), Tudorza Pressair (aclidinium), Combivent Respimat (ipratropium/albuterol) |
Spiriva Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Incruse Ellipta (umeclidinium) | Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) | Another once-daily LAMA inhaler. |
| Atrovent (ipratropium) | Short-acting muscarinic antagonist (SAMA) | Shorter duration of action compared to Spiriva; often used as a rescue inhaler. |
| Tudorza Pressair (aclidinium) | Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) | Another once-daily LAMA option for COPD. |
| Combivent Respimat (ipratropium/albuterol) | Combination SAMA/short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) | Combines an anticholinergic with a bronchodilator for dual action. |
Spiriva Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Dry mouth | Worsening of narrow-angle glaucoma |
| Constipation | Urinary retention |
| Blurred vision | Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling) |
| Cough | Paradoxical bronchospasm |
| Sore throat | Eye pain or redness |
Spiriva Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| COPD (Chronic Bronchitis/Emphysema) | 18 mcg (HandiHaler) or 2.5 mcg (Respimat) | 18 mcg (HandiHaler) or 2.5 mcg (Respimat) once daily | Administer one capsule via HandiHaler device or two puffs via Respimat inhaler once daily. Use at the same time each day. |
Spiriva Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $30 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $500 |
| From Canada | $48.80 |
