Tioform Respicaps 15

Tioform Respicaps 15 is used for the following:

• Long-term maintenance treatment of COPD

• Managing chronic bronchitis in adults

• Treating emphysema symptoms

• Maintenance therapy for airflow obstruction

• Add-on treatment for poorly controlled asthma

• Daily management of persistent breathing difficulties

• Long-term bronchodilation for respiratory conditions

• Improving breathing in chronic lung conditions

• Reducing the frequency of COPD flare-ups

Follow these instructions while using Tioform Respicaps 15:

• Use this medicine with the HandiHaler inhalation device only.

• Do not swallow the capsule as it is meant for inhalation only.

• Remove the capsule from the blister pack immediately before use.

• Place the capsule in the HandiHaler device as per the device instructions.

• Take your doses at the same times each day, approximately 12 hours apart.

• Store the capsules in their original package at room temperature.

• Consult your doctor if you have questions about using this medicine correctly.

Tioform Respicaps 15 is administered via inhalation.

Tioform Respicaps 15 contains two active ingredients:

• Formoterol fumarate (12 mcg): This is a long-acting beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist that binds to and activates beta-2 receptors in the airways. This activation leads to relaxation of bronchial smooth muscles, which increases airflow and makes breathing easier for about 12 hours.

• Tiotropium (18 mcg): This is a long-acting anticholinergic agent that blocks muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the airways. By blocking these receptors, it prevents bronchoconstriction (narrowing of airways) which is controlled by the parasympathetic nervous system. Tiotropium provides bronchodilation (opening of airways) for 24 hours.

• Store Tioform Respicaps 15 in its original package at room temperature (below 30°C).

• Keep away from heat and moisture.

• Remove capsules from the blister pack only immediately before use.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.

• Discard the HandiHaler device 12 months after first use.

• If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma, avoid smoking and secondhand smoke as these can worsen your breathing problems and reduce the effectiveness of your medicine.

• Try to maintain good air quality in your living spaces by keeping them well-ventilated and free from dust, strong perfumes, and other potential airway irritants that might trigger breathing difficulties.