TIOVA INHALER 120MD

About the drug:
Tiotropium bromide is an anticholinergic bronchodilator that relieves the discomfort caused by COPD i.e. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Uses of the drug:
A patient is required to inhale this medication by mouth, consult your doctor before you start using this medication. Two sprays once daily are advisable but do not inhale more than two sprays in 24 hours. This medication is used to ease breathing in people with diseases like asthma, emphysema (a serious condition that makes breathing difficult), and chronic obstructive bronchitis.
Working of the drug:
Tiotropium Bromide works by relaxing muscles of the air passages, thereby increasing the flow of air to the lungs and hence improving breathing in people suffering from asthma and other breathing difficulties.
Manufacturer:
Tiova inhaler is manufactured by Cipla India, one of the biggest names in Indian pharmaceutical industry. You can buy Tiova inhaler 9 mcg online from 24x7pharma.com.
Dosage form and strengths:
Tiova comes in inhaler form and it is available in a single strength of Tiova inhaler 9 mcg.?
Before taking the drug:
? Do not take the drug if you:

If you are allergic to the drug or any other ingredient present in it
Are pregnant or planning to conceive
Are breastfeeding
A child or aged below 18 years of age
Tell your doctor if you:
Have narrow angle glaucoma
Have enlarged prostate, or urination problems (due to bladder obstruction)

Dosage:
How much to take the drug?
The dose can vary widely and is required to be taken on a regular basis. Always follow doctor?s instructions. The dose intake is prescribed by the doctor depending upon the severity and demand of the disease condition. You can buy Tiova inhaler 9 mcg online from 24x7pharma.com.
How to take the drug?
All medications come with a patient leaflet which has complete information about them. Read it carefully for details.
Tiotropium Bromide is usually taken with an inhaler device. First pump 2 test sprays in the air for priming the inhaler. Remember to pump it away from your face. Then put the inhaler into one nostril of your nose and spray an appropriate amount of the medication. Breathe gently after spraying. Prime the inhaler if it has not been used for some time, say 3 days or more.?
Keep the inhaler clean always by following the cleaning directions which came with the medication. Keep the medicine canister away from open flame and intense heat, such as in direct sunlight on a hot day. The canister can explode if it gets too hot. Store the medication and inhaler device in a cool and dry place. Ensure that your children and pets don?t have access to any medication.
For how long to take it?
Do not stop taking Inhaler or change the dose without consulting with your doctor. This drug is meant to be taken on a regular basis, so keep on taking the drug as long as recommended by the doctor.
Overdose:
Don?t overdose on any medication. If you have taken an overdose and if you experience any worsening health condition, get emergency medical help or call Poison help line number.
Miss dose:
If you miss a dose due to some reasons, take it as soon as you remember it and if the time to take the next dose is not near. If the next dose is overdue within a short time, then forget about the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take double doses to compensate for the missed one.
Side Effects of the drug:
Not all people have side effects due to Tiotropium Bromide but that may not be the case with you. Discontinue using Tiotropium Bromide if you witness any allergic reactions like hives, breathing difficulty, swelling in face, mouth, lips, tongue, or throat; bronchospasm (chest tightness, wheezing); blurred vision, pain in the eye; witnessing halos around lights; painful or burning sensation while urinating as well as decreased urination; or deteriorating of original symptoms. These effects are rare, but get urgent medical help. Some less severe and more common side effects of Tiotropium Bromide are headache; runny nose; backache; sinus pain; cough; nausea; upset stomach; constipation; fever; chills; or fly symptoms.
Common Drug interaction:
Some drugs may interact with Tiotropium Bromide so tell your doctor about any medications which you may be taking at present, especially medications for bladder or urinary tract like Fesoterodine, Tolterodine, Solfenacin or others; other broncho-dilators medications like Ipratropium; antihistamine medications used for cold or allergy; drugs for Parkinson?s disease; or medications for stomach like antacids, for ulcers or motion sickness. This list of drug interactions is non exhaustive and there may be other interactions. Share your entire medical history and list of drugs (prescription or OTC) or herbal products with your doctor.
Warning:
Things to remember:

Always take the medicine as per the prescription
Don?t use the expired drugs
Keep a complete record of all the medicines you are taking along with this medicine
Avoid coming in contact with the people who are suffering from chicken pox and measles
This drug doesn?t produce immediate relief so is not given during an acute asthma attack