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Can Spiriva And Advair Be Taken During The Day?
- Spiriva with HandiHaler Inhl Uses and How to Use
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Pronounced: (tee-oh-TROW-pee-um)
Uses
This medication is an anticholinergic agent inhaled into the lungs where it opens up breathing passages. It is used to treat breathing difficulties caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD (such as bronchitis, emphysema).
This medication does not work immediately and should not be used for asthma attacks. Use quick-relief medicines/inhalers for sudden shortness of breath or asthma attacks.
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