Spiriva
This inhaler is indicated to relieve chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and is developed to support improved respiratory function.
- Category
- Respiratory Health
- Active ingredient
- Tiotropium
- Route
- Inhalation use
- Form
- Inhalation powder, hard capsule
- Strengths
- 9mcg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Prescription rules on Spiriva vary by country.
Spiriva details
- Alternative names
- Tiova Rotacap; Tiova
- Therapeutic class
- Anticholinergic
- Pharmacological class
- Muscarinic Antagonist
- Known off-label uses
- asthma
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to tiotropium or ipratropium
- Minor side effects
- dry mouth; constipation; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- pharyngitis; dysphonia; urinary retention
- Dosage forms
- Inhalation powder, hard capsule
- Administration route
- Inhalation use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Originator
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset Time
- 30 minutes
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- ipratropium
- Age restrictions
- Adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: No data, use with caution. Breastfeeding: Consult physician.
Precautions and warnings
avoid getting powder in eyes; use with caution in narrow-angle glaucoma; inform doctor of urinary retention
Serious side effects
paradoxical bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; glaucoma exacerbation, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This inhaler is indicated to relieve chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and is developed to support improved respiratory function.
Mechanism of action
Tiotropium is a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA). It inhibits the M3-receptors in the smooth muscle of the airway, preventing contraction and resulting in bronchodilation, which facilitates easier breathing over an extended period.
What you will receive
Spiriva is the originator brand name, made by Boehringer Ingelheim. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Boehringer Ingelheim and do not ship the original Spiriva.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Tiotropium) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Spiriva
Spiriva is the primary clinical inhaler for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease containing tiotropium, a respiratory bronchodilator. The same active ingredient is also sold under brand names including Tiova Rotacap and Tiova. Boehringer Ingelheim supplies this treatment as an inhaler in the 9mcg strength, which supports long term airway health for those managing respiratory challenges.
Buying Spiriva online
Spiriva is registered across 14 markets including Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia, with availability also in the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan. Generic tiotropium, much of it made in India, remains significantly more affordable than the original brand for patients seeking cost effective respiratory care. Many expats and individuals who lack immediate local access choose to order online for delivery across the region to ensure consistent, reliable use of their maintenance equipment.