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General Medication Fact Sheet for Tudorza Genuair
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Tudorza Genuair |
| Generic Name | Aclidinium Bromide |
| Purpose | Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) for the maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) |
| Mechanism of Action | Blocks the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors in the airways, leading to bronchodilation |
| Dosage Forms | Inhalation Powder |
| Available Strengths | 400 mcg per inhalation |
| Dosage Frequency | One inhalation twice daily |
| Common Side Effects | Headache, cough, upper respiratory infection, sinusitis |
| Serious Side Effects | Paradoxical bronchospasm, acute narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention |
| Drug Interactions | Other anticholinergic medications |
| Important Notes | Not for acute bronchospasm. Ensure proper inhaler technique. Consult a doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma or urinary retention problems. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep the inhaler dry. |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember. Do not take two doses at one time. |
| Alternatives | Spiriva (tiotropium), Incruse Ellipta (umeclidinium), Atrovent (ipratropium) |
Tudorza Genuair Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spiriva (tiotropium) | Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) | Available as a dry powder inhaler or mist inhaler. |
| Incruse Ellipta (umeclidinium) | Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) | Administered via the Ellipta inhaler. |
| Atrovent (ipratropium) | Short-acting muscarinic antagonist (SAMA) | Used for acute symptom relief, also available in a nebulizer solution. |
Tudorza Genuair Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Headache | Paradoxical bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing) |
| Cough | Acute narrow-angle glaucoma (eye pain, blurred vision, halos around lights) |
| Upper respiratory infection | Urinary retention (difficulty urinating) |
| Sinusitis | Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling) |
Tudorza Genuair Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| COPD | One inhalation | One inhalation twice daily | Use the Genuair inhaler. Inhale deeply and forcefully. Do not exhale into the inhaler. |
Tudorza Genuair Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $50 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $300 |
| From Canada | $84 |
