Description

Spirivia is an anticholinergic agent that prevents narrowing of the airways in the lungs (bronchospasm) in people with bronchitis, emphysema, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Spiriva (Teotropium) is inhaled via a HandiHaler device.

Spiriva (Teotropium) should be stored away from moisture and heat at room temperature.

Rinse with water if you get Spiriva (Teotropium) in your eyes. Avoid getting it in your eyes.

Before using Spiriva (Teotropium), talk to your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma; or an enlarged prostate or a bladder obstruction.

Patient Family Information  : Follow your doctor’s instructions and the prescription label closely. Do not take larger doses than recommended. Spiriva (Teotropium) can only prevent bronchospasm attacks it cannot treat attacks that have already started. Use a fast-acting inhalation medication instead to streat an attack. Spiriva (Teotropium) capsules are to be used in an inhaling device; one at a time. Do not put them in your mouth. Schedule regular doctor appointments so that you can be tested.

Avoid using Spiriva (Teotropium) if you are allergic to tiotropium, ipratropium (Atrovent) or atropine (Atreza, Sal-Tropine). Do not take Aricept (Donepezil) if you pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breast feeding.

Sever Side Effects : Sprivia allergic reaction signs include (seek medical attention): hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Serious Spiriva (Teotropium) side effects include (seek medical attention): tongue swelling or redness; sores or white patches of your mouth, lips, or tongue; or urinating less than usual or not at all.

Less serious Spiriva (Teotropium) side effects include: dry mouth, cough, hoarseness; blurred vision; trouble swallowing; nausea, constipation, upset stomach; stuffy nose, nosebleed; fast heart rate; drowsiness; or white patches in your mouth or throat.

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