tiotropium(Spiriva HandiHaler, Spiriva Respimat)
Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) inhaled bronchodilator
Pronunciation
/ˌtaɪoʊˈtroʊpiəm/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- tiotropium
- Brand names
- Spiriva HandiHaler, Spiriva Respimat
- Therapeutic class
- Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) inhaled bronchodilator
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Use once daily, same time; not a rescue inhaler.
- HandiHaler: load capsule, press button, inhale forcefully twice; do NOT swallow capsule.
- Respimat: prime new inhaler; rinse mouth to reduce dry mouth.
- Tell provider about BPH, urinary retention, glaucoma.
- Avoid getting powder/spray in eyes.
Sources
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