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Over the counter medication
Spiriva With Handihaler
Active Ingredient: Tiotropium
Spiriva (tiotropium) is in a group called bronchodilators. Spiriva is used for extended treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). As a anticholinergic substance, Spiriva contains a powder that is inhaled through the handihaler. Spiriva is a maintenance medication so you may not feel an immediate effect. Spiriva works over time, so the effects are long lasting. Remember, COPD is a chronic illness. So you need to treat it every day. Spiriva may also be used for other conditions, as prescribed by your doctor.
COPD is a chronic condition where not enough air is getting in or out of the lungs. Some symptoms of COPD are wheezing, shortness of breath, chest and tightness. Spiriva works by opening up the airways and makes breathing easier. COPD is a progressive disease, meaning the condition gets worse over time. The reason it can be hard to breathe is because the air sacs in the lungs lose the stretchiness and shape, the walls between the air sacs are destroyed. The airways swell and thicken, and mucus blocks the airways.
Groups of Products
| Product Group | Products in Group |
|---|---|
| Spiriva With Handihaler 18mcg | Spiriva with Handihaler |