Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide

Uses	COPD
Therapy	Anti-Asthmatic, Drugs For Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Side Effects	Sinusitis, headache, dizziness, constipation, dry mouth

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Molecule Description

Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide contains formoterol and tiotropium as active ingredients. It is used for the maintenance of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a bronchodilator that acts by dilating the airway tract by relaxing the smooth muscle. It should be taken for inhalation purpose via the mouth and not to be swallowed. Take it at the dose recommended by your doctor for the prescribed duration to gain the optimal benefit from it. You may experience dry mouth or oral infection after using Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide. Hence, it is recommended to maintain oral hygiene while on this medication.

Uses

Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide is used for the maintenance treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Contraindications

When should one not use Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide

If you are allergic to formoterol, tiotropium or any other component of Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Application site irritation (swollen tongue, mouth ulceration and pharyngolaryngeal pain)
Sinusitis, headache, dizziness
Constipation, dry mouth, dehydration
Pain in joints (arthralgia), joint swelling
Fungal infection in the mouth
Taste disorders, throat irritation
Intraocular pressure increased
Palpitations
Dry skin

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information about the effect of Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide on human pregnancy. It is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it to be safe.

Breast Feeding

There is limited information about the effect of Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide on breastmilk. It is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during breastfeeding unless your doctor considers it to be safe.

Driving

No studies have been performed. However, if you experience dizziness, blurred vision after taking Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide, avoid driving.

Alcohol

It is not known whether Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide interacts with alcohol. However, it is recommended to avoid consuming alcohol while on this medicine and talk to your doctor if you consume it too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience an allergic reaction after using Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide.
Your respiratory condition gets worsened characterized by breathing difficulty.
You have an eye condition known as narrow-angle glaucoma.
You have kidney disease and urinary retention conditions.
Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide should not be used for acute attacks or as rescue therapy.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide is a bronchodilator which acts on the smooth muscle of the airway tract and facilitates the relaxation of the smooth muscle and dilation of the airway tract. Thus, it helps in relieving the symptoms.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide used along with other anticholinergic medicine such as ipratropium can cause additive effect, increasing side effects.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid interactions.

Dosage

Overdose

Excess of Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide can cause dry mouth and inflammation of the eye.
If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

It is recommended not to share your Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide with anyone because the dose depends on the severity of your condition and also sharing may increase the risk of infection.

Your doctor may prescribe you to take Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide for a long term because COPD is a chronic condition which requires symptomatic treatment.

Along with the regular intake of medicine as advised by your doctor, wearing a mask whenever you go out, avoid smoking and heavy workout, can slow the progression of COPD.

No, Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide is not a steroid. It contains formoterol and tiotropium as its active components, which are bronchodilators. It works by relaxing and opening the air passages to the lungs to make breathing easier.

Formoterol+Tiotropium Bromide contains formoterol and tiotropium as active ingredients.

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References:

Formoterol fumarate. Napa, California: Dey Pharma, L.P.; 2001 [revised May 2010]. [cited 4 Jun 2026].

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