Spiolto Respimat

Authored by

Dr Sadia Saeed

20 August 2024

What is Spiolto Respimat?

Spiolto Respimat is a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) bronchodilator medication. It is used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including bronchitis and emphysema.

Description

What is Spiolto Respimat?

This is a medication used to help adult patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This is a long-term disease that causes coughing and shortness of breath. COPD is often associated with conditions of chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

How does it work?

Spiolto Respimat contains the two active bronchodilator substances called tiotropium and olodaterol. As bronchodilators, they work to open the airways making it easier to breathe.

Is Spiolto Respimat suitable for me?

This medication may not be suitable for you if you have some pre-existing medical conditions or are already on certain medications. You should ask your doctor if Spiolto Respimat is right for you.

Dosage

Commonly Used Dosage Guidelines for Spiolto Respimat.

Take two puffs once a day. Recommended to be used at the same time each day.

Side Effects

All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects, however, these do not always occur.

Tightness of the chest
Faster heart beat (tachycardia)
Dizziness
Headache
Cough
Hoarseness
Dry mouth

Spiolto Respimat patient leaflet

To view Patient Leaflet click here.

To view PDF patient leaflet click here.

Additional Information

Spiolto Respimat is a once-daily maintenance treatment that helps open up your airways and makes breathing easier. It is available in the form of an inhaler.

If you have COPD, you may experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness. These symptoms can make everyday activities difficult. Spiolto Respimat can help to relieve these symptoms so that you can live your life more easily.

Spiolto Respimat works by blocking receptors called muscarinic acetylcholine receptors (mAChRs). These receptors can become activated when you have COPD, which causes your airways to tighten and close. By blocking these receptors, Spiolto Respimat helps prevent this from happening, making it easier for you to breathe.

Together with other treatments such as bronchodilators that open up your airways quickly (short-acting), Spiolto Respimat provides a full 24 hours of relief from symptoms of COPD such as shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing.

You should not use Spiolto Respimat if you are allergic to tiotropium or ipratropium (Atrovent). To make sure Spiolto Respimat is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: heart disease, high blood pressure; a seizure disorder; narrow-angle glaucoma; an enlarged prostate; problems with urination; or depression.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not breastfeed while using Spiolto Respimat.

To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions.

Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to Spiolto Respimat: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Do not use more than one inhalation every 24 hours.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Welzo does not endorse or sell the medication discussed, nor do we recommend using this information as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health or medical treatment. Welzo assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided in this blog.