It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Topium Rotacap. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Topium Rotacap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Topium Rotacap is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for dry mouth, constipation, and urinary problems.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Topium Rotacap 18mcg Capsule
Introduction
Topium Rotacap is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
Topium Rotacap is only for the inhalational purpose, so do not swallow the capsule. The first dose is given under medical...
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Uses of Topium Rotacap
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Asthma
Side effects of Topium Rotacap
Common
Blurred vision
Increased heart rate
Dryness in mouth
Upper respiratory tract infection
Constipation
How to use Topium Rotacap
Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold y...
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How Topium Rotacap works
Topium Rotacap is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. This makes breathing easier.
What if you forget to take Topium Rotacap?
If you miss a dose of Topium Rotacap, 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.
Quick Tips
Topium Rotacap makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
It should be taken at the same time each day.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficult...
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Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
Your doctor may monitor your blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication.
Only small amounts of Topium Rotacap may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Brief Description
Indication
Tiotropium is indicated for the long term once daily maintenance treatment of bronchospasm and dyspnoea associated with, chronic obstructive pulmonary...
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Adult Dose
Inhalation
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Adult: As Inhaler: 2 puffs (18mcg) once daily.
As inhalation cap: 1 cap (18 mcg) daily via inhal...
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Child Dose
Inhalation
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Child> 12 years: As Inhaler: 2 puffs (18mcg) once daily.
Child> 18 years: As inhalation cap: 1 c...
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment:
CrCl (ml/min) Dosage Recommendation
<50 Use w/ caution.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to atropine and its derivatives (e.g. ipratropium).
Mode of Action
Tiotropium bromide, a long-acting quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic, is structurally related to ipratropium. It is a nonselective competitive antagon...
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Precaution
Not intended for use as initial treatment for acute bronchospasm and as monotherapy for asthma. Patient w/ narrow-angle glaucoma, prostatic hyperplasi...
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