Drug Interactions With Tiotropium (Cont.)

More Information on Interactions With Tiotropium

The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when tiotropium is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
 
Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors
Taking tiotropium with an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor can make both medications less effective. Your healthcare provider may need to monitor you more closely and adjust your dose of these medications to prevent drug interactions from occurring.
 
Anticholinergic Medications
Combining an anticholinergic medication with tiotropium (which is also an anticholinergic medication) can increase your risk of side effects of tiotropium, such as dry mouth, constipation, dry eyes, or difficulty passing urine.
 

Final Thoughts on Drug Interactions With Tiotropium

It is possible that not all drug interactions with tiotropium were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about any specific drug interactions that may apply to you.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;