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Medicine Details

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler

Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition: Tiotropium (9mcg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Airtio 9mcg Inhaler helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Benefits: Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Description: Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. It relaxes the airway muscles and makes it easier to breathe. This helps relieve symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing. Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is only for inhalational purpose, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The first dose is given under medical supervision to prevent the side effects happen during first use. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not prevent the already started breathing trouble or asthma attack, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency. The most common side effect of this medicine is dry mouth. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. To overcome dry mouth, it is advised to increase water intake, carry sugar candy, or maintain good oral hygiene. If you experience any other side effects, let your doctor know. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

How to Use: Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.

Safety Advice: If you miss a dose of Airtio 9mcg Inhaler, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If Missed: packet of 150 MDI Inhaler

Packaging: Packet

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Primary Use: Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Side Effects:

Alcohol Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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