A prescription of SPIRIVA HandiHaler comes with a supply of SPIRIVA capsules along with the HandiHaler inhalation device.

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Please see Important Product Information below.

The HandiHaler is an inhalation device that has been specially designed for use with SPIRIVA capsules. It must not be used to take any other medication. To get started, remove the HandiHaler from the pouch so you can become familiar with its components.

Be sure to keep your HandiHaler in a clean, dry place. You will get a new HandiHaler each time you refill your prescription of SPIRIVA.

SPIRIVA capsules come packaged in a sealed blister card. Each blister can be separated from the blister card by tearing along the perforation.

SPIRIVA capsules contain only a small amount of powder, which makes them appear almost empty. After taking SPIRIVA you may notice a small dusting of this powder is left in the capsule. This is normal.

Care must be taken not to allow the powder to enter into the eyes. If symptoms of eye pain, eye discomfort, blurred vision, visual halos, or colored images in association with red eyes occur, consult a physician immediately.

SPIRIVA CAPSULES ARE FOR ORAL INHALATION ONLY AND ARE TO BE USED ONLY WITH THE HANDIHALER INHALATION DEVICE. DO NOT SWALLOW SPIRIVA CAPSULES.

SPIRIVA capsules should not be removed from the package until immediately before use, or else their effectiveness may be reduced.

Store SPIRIVA capsules in the sealed blisters at room temperature (59°-86°F), out of sunlight, and away from extreme temperature or moisture.

For more detailed instructions on how to take SPIRIVA, download the Patient's Instructions for Use.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION

Talk to your doctor to see if Spiriva® HandiHaler® (tiotropium bromide inhalation powder) is right for you.

SPIRIVA HandiHaler is a once-daily inhaled maintenance prescription treatment for breathing problems (airway narrowing) associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD includes both chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

SPIRIVA does not replace fast-acting inhalers for sudden symptoms.

Do not swallow the SPIRIVA capsule. Only use the HandiHaler device to take the SPIRIVA capsule. Do not use the HandiHaler to take any other medications.

Do not get SPIRIVA powder in your eyes.

The most common side effect with SPIRIVA is dry mouth. Others include constipation and problems passing urine. For a complete list of reported side effects, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Tell your doctor about your medicines, including eye drops, and illnesses like glaucoma and urinary or prostate problems. These may worsen with SPIRIVA.

If you have vision changes, eye pain, your breathing suddenly worsens, you get hives, or your throat or tongue swells, stop taking SPIRIVA and contact your doctor.

Do not use SPIRIVA if you are allergic to atropine, ipratropium, tiotropium bromide, or lactose. A lactose allergy is not the same as lactose intolerance.

Read the step-by-step Patient's Instructions for Use for SPIRIVA before you take your medicine.

The information provided on this site is for general information and educational purposes only. You should always consult a doctor for diagnosing and treating a health or fitness problem, and before using any drug product discussed on this site.

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