Tiomist Respicaps

Tiomist Respicaps belongs to the group of anti-asthmatic medicines called bronchodilators used to treat asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Tiomist Respicaps contains ‘Tiotropium’ which works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine which are released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. Tiomist Respicaps relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thereby, provides relief from asthma and COPD.

Tiomist Respicaps is meant for inhalation only; do not swallow Tiomist Respicaps . You are advised to use Tiomist Respicaps for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dry mouth, stomach upset, constipation, blurred vision, chest pain and cold symptoms. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Tiomist Respicaps on your own as it might cause worsening of symptoms. Consult your doctor before taking Tiomist Respicaps if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tiomist Respicaps may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Tiomist Respicaps is not recommended for children below 6years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

Tiomist Respicaps belongs to the group of anti-asthmatic medicines called bronchodilators used to treat asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Tiomist Respicaps works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine which are released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. Tiomist Respicaps relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thereby helps in treating asthma and COPD. Regular use of Tiomist Respicaps can help with ongoing shortness of breath related to diseases like asthma. Daily use of Tiomist Respicaps can also help prevent sudden, short-term worsening of COPD symptoms that might last for several days. Tiomist Respicaps is also used as an adjunct to other medicines to treat asthma.

Do not use Tiomist Respicaps if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Tiomist Respicaps if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, prostate problems or difficulty in urination, kidney, liver disease, cystic fibrosis, or have suffered from myocardial infarction (heart attack) during the last 6 months, irregular heartbeat or heart failure. Consult your doctor before using Tiomist Respicaps if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tiomist Respicaps may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Tiomist Respicaps is not recommended for children below 6 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. If wheezing or chest tightness worsens, please consult a doctor immediately. These might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment.

• You are advised to rinse your mouth with water after each dose of Tiomist Respicaps because it not only removes the taste of medicine inhaled but also helps to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat. After rinsing your mouth thoroughly, you may drink water, milk or any liquids.
• Your doctor may advise regular lung function tests while on treatment with Tiomist Respicaps .
• Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of electrolytes.