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Spiriva Inhaler Side Effects
- Spiriva with HandiHaler Inhl Dosage and Storage
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Pronounced: (tee-oh-TROW-pee-um)
Overdose
This medication will not work and may be harmful if swallowed. If swallowing or overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms may include confusion, unusually fast/irregular heartbeat, hot/dry skin.
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