Drug Name

Tiova

Drug Uses

Tiova is used for treating symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including bronchitis and emphysema. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Tiova is an anticholinergic agent. It works by enlarging the airways to allow easier breathing.

Warnings/Precautions

Do NOT use Tiova if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Tiova or to atropine or related medicines (eg, ipratropium)
• you are taking another anticholinergic (eg, ipratropium)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Tiova:
Some medical conditions may interact with Tiova . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have difficulty urinating because of an enlarged prostate or blockage of the bladder neck, or you have glaucoma, or kidney problems
• if you are having an asthma attack or increased difficulty breathing

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Tiova . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Anticholinergics (eg, ipratropium) because they may increase the risk of Tiova 's side effects. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines are anticholinergics.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Tiova may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Possible Side Effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Blurred vision; constipation; dry mouth; mild nosebleed; sinus inflammation; sore throat; stomach pain; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); chest pain; difficult or painful urination; eye pain or discomfort; fast or irregular heartbeat; irritation, pain, or white patches in the mouth or on the tongue; mouth sores; new or worsened breathing problems; severe or persistent constipation; severe or persistent nosebleed; trouble swallowing; vision changes; wheezing.

More Information

If you have any questions about Tiova, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Tiova is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.