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Aclidinium Bromide Oral Inhalation

Latest prescription information about Aclidinium Bromide Oral Inhalation. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Aclidinium Bromide Oral Inhalation
Therapeutic Classification : Bronchodilator
Trade Name(s): 
International- Tudorza Pressair.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an anticholinergic indicated for the long-term maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It relaxes airway muscles that results in easy breathing.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): None.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

Dosage & When it is to be taken : 
Inhalation- The recommended dose is 400mcg twice daily.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a powder for inhalation, use as directed by your physician.
Warnings and Precautions : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, any allergy, who are taking other medications, liver or kidney impairment, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* Avoid contact with eyes; otherwise it may cause blurred vision.
Side Effects : 
Most Common - Headache, common cold and cough.
Miscellaneous - Nose inflammation, diarrhea, sinus inflammation, toothache, vomiting.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it in room temperate (25°C).

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