Tiotropium
Tiotropium is a long-acting, 24-hour, anticholinergic bronchodilator used in the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. It works by blocking muscarinic receptors in the airways, relaxing the muscles and making breathing easier.
Dosage by Body Weight
Inhaled once daily at the same time of day. Do not swallow inhalation capsules; they must be administered using the specific inhaler device (e.g., HandiHaler). Standard adult dose is 1 inhalation of an 18 mcg capsule daily, or 2 inhalations of Spiriva Respimat (2.5 mcg per actuation, total 5 mcg) daily. Safe use in children under 6 years of age has not been established.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric patients under 6 years of age (typically corresponding to this weight range).
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight/age group. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric patients under 6 years of age (typically corresponding to this weight range). |
Formulation
Purpose
Maintenance treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma.
Generic Name
Tiotropium bromideBranded Drug Names
Tiotropium is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.