Spiriva Inhaler: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Spiriva Inhaler
| Generic name | tiotropium (tiotropium bromide) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Anticholinergic bronchodilator (long-acting muscarinic antagonist, LAMA) |
| Forms | Capsules for inhalation (18 mcg) used with the HandiHaler device, Inhalation spray/solution (1.25 mcg and 2.5 mcg per puff) used with the Respimat device |
Spiriva is a long-acting prescription inhaler medicine that helps keep the airways in the lungs open. It comes in two devices: the HandiHaler, which uses a dry-powder capsule, and the Respimat, which sprays a fine mist. It is not a rescue inhaler and will not treat a sudden breathing attack.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.