Spiriva Respimat

Generic name:tiotropium inhalation [ TYE-oh-TROE-pee-um ]
Brand names: Spiriva, Spiriva Respimat
Drug class:Anticholinergic bronchodilators

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 7, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Spiriva Respimat?

Spiriva Respimat is a bronchodilator that is used to prevent bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways in the lungs) in adults with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), including bronchitis and emphysema.

Spiriva Respimat is also used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.

Spiriva Respimat may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

A tiotropium capsule is for use only in the HandiHaler device. Do not take the capsule by mouth. Use only one capsule at a time.

You should not use Spiriva Respimat if you are allergic to tiotropium or ipratropium (Atrovent, Combivent, DuoNeb).

Tell your doctor if you have ever had: