Tiotropium Benefits & Uses

Tiotropium is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Tiotropium Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mcg Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mcg Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mcg Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tiotropium Related Warnings

Is the use of Tiotropium safe for pregnant women?

Tiotropium shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tiotropium safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Tiotropium may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Tiotropium should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Tiotropium on the Kidneys?

Tiotropium rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tiotropium on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Tiotropium. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tiotropium on the Heart?

Tiotropium can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Tiotropium with Other Drugs

Tiotropium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Tiotropium Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tiotropium unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Angioedema
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tiotropium

Is this Tiotropium habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tiotropium is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Tiotropium will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tiotropium only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tiotropium is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tiotropium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tiotropium

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tiotropium together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tiotropium

Taking Tiotropium with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe