Spiriva
(tiotropium)
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Get free couponsSummary for Spiriva Handihaler
Spiriva (tiotropium) is a medication used to help control chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. There are two different Spiriva inhalers: Spiriva Respimat is a metered-dose inhaler, and Spiriva HandiHaler is a device that you place a capsule of medication into before you take the medication. The typical dosage for Spiriva (tiotropium) is two inhalations once a day, but the dose depends on the reason you're using it. Side effects include dry mouth, cough, and upper respiratory tract infections. Only Spiriva HandiHaler is also available as a generic version.
Indications for Spiriva Handihaler
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Asthma in people age 6 years and older - Spiriva Respimat only
Pros and Cons for Spiriva Handihaler
Pros
- Helps prevent attacks or flare-ups
- Has few side effects
- Used once daily
- Doesn't commonly cause a fast heart rate like some other bronchodilators
- Available as a lower-cost generic (Spiriva HandiHaler only)
Cons
- Doesn't work fast enough to be used as a rescue inhaler for attacks
- Can be difficult for some people to use
- Can cause dry mouth as a side effect
- Only Spiriva Respimat can be used for asthma in children 6 years and older
- Spiriva Respimat is currently only available as brand name
Common Side Effects for Spiriva Handihaler
Spiriva HandiHaler and generic
- Upper respiratory tract infection (41%)
- Dry mouth (16%)
- Sinus inflammation (11%)
- Sore throat (9%)
- Urinary tract infection (7%)
- Chest pain (7%)
Spiriva Respimat
- Sore throat (12%)
- Cough (6%)
- Dry mouth (4%)
- Sinus inflammation (3%)
Warnings for Spiriva Handihaler
- Not a rescue inhaler
- Allergic reaction
- Sudden airway tightening (paradoxical bronchospasm)
- Worsening glaucoma
- Urination problems
- Higher risk for side effects in people with kidney problems
Summary for Spiriva Handihaler
Spiriva (tiotropium) is a medication used to help control chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. There are two different Spiriva inhalers: Spiriva Respimat is a metered-dose inhaler, and Spiriva HandiHaler is a device that you place a capsule of medication into before you take the medication. The typical dosage for Spiriva (tiotropium) is two inhalations once a day, but the dose depends on the reason you're using it. Side effects include dry mouth, cough, and upper respiratory tract infections. Only Spiriva HandiHaler is also available as a generic version.
Indications for Spiriva Handihaler
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Asthma in people age 6 years and older - Spiriva Respimat only
Pros and Cons for Spiriva Handihaler
Pros
- Helps prevent attacks or flare-ups
- Has few side effects
- Used once daily
- Doesn't commonly cause a fast heart rate like some other bronchodilators
- Available as a lower-cost generic (Spiriva HandiHaler only)
Cons
- Doesn't work fast enough to be used as a rescue inhaler for attacks
- Can be difficult for some people to use
- Can cause dry mouth as a side effect
- Only Spiriva Respimat can be used for asthma in children 6 years and older
- Spiriva Respimat is currently only available as brand name
Common Side Effects for Spiriva Handihaler
Spiriva HandiHaler and generic
- Upper respiratory tract infection (41%)
- Dry mouth (16%)
- Sinus inflammation (11%)
- Sore throat (9%)
- Urinary tract infection (7%)
- Chest pain (7%)
Spiriva Respimat
- Sore throat (12%)
- Cough (6%)
- Dry mouth (4%)
- Sinus inflammation (3%)
Warnings for Spiriva Handihaler
- Not a rescue inhaler
- Allergic reaction
- Sudden airway tightening (paradoxical bronchospasm)
- Worsening glaucoma
- Urination problems
- Higher risk for side effects in people with kidney problems
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