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Brand name: Spiriva Respimat TM
Active ingredients: tiotropium
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has a recall notice on this product.
Spiriva Respimat® Solution for Inhalation 2.5μg
Recall action commencement date: 29 January 2024
Batch numbers: E96634, E63130, E61076
Information for consumers: The dose counter on your Spiriva Respimat inhaler may not count doses after the 10th dose and may not lock after the 60th dose.
If you experience this problem, you should continue to use this product until you receive a replacement. To find out how to receive a replacement, go to the Therapeutic Goods Administration website https://www.tga.gov.au/safety/product-recalls/spiriva-respimatr-solution-inhalation-25mg
What it is used for
COPD: SPIRIVA RESPIMAT is indicated for the long term maintenance treatment of bronchospasm and dyspnoea associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). SPIRIVA RESPIMAT is indicated for the prevention of COPD exacerbations.,Asthma: SPIRIVA RESPIMAT is indicated as add-on maintenance bronchodilator treatment in patients aged 6 years and older with moderate to severe asthma.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Inhalation.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless solution.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient tiotropium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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