What is Glycopyrrolate inhalation?
Glycopyrrolate works by relaxing the muscles in the airways, improving breathing.Inhaled glycopyrrolate can be used to treat chronic obstructive lung disease, bronchitis, and emphysema.This medication guide does not list all possible uses of glycopyrrolate.
Side effects of Glycopyrrolate inhalation
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing and swelling to lips, face, tongue or throat. Seek medical help immediately.
Glycopyrrolate can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- After using glycopyrrolate, you may experience wheezing or other breathing difficulties.
- Blurred vision, redness or pain in the eyes, and seeing halos around lights are all symptoms of tunnel vision.
- Nausea, vomiting,
- There is little or no urine.
Side effects of glycopyrrolate include:
- Cold symptoms like a stuffy nose and sneezing, sore neck
- Feeling short of breath
- Burning when you urinate
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Reaching the FDA directly can be done at 1-800-FDA-1088 in case of adverse events or side effects.
Warnings
Please read all instructions listed on your medication's label or package before taking. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to glycopyrrolate, then you should avoid using it.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Narrow-angle glaucoma;
- Other urination issues or bladder obstruction
- An enlarged prostate
- Kidney disease is a serious condition.
This medicine is not known to harm a baby in utero. Inform your doctor immediately if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or planning on becoming pregnant in any form.You may not be able to breastfeed your baby while taking this medication. You should ask your doctor if there are any risks.Anyone younger than 18 is not allowed to use glycopyrrolate.
How to take glycopyrrolate inhalation?
Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label.Inhalation of glycopyrrolate is available as a liquid solution or powder in a capsule. Each form is supplied with an inhaler that is specific to that form. Only use the inhaler supplied with your brand of glycopyrrolate.Use the new inhaler provided when you refill this medication.Be sure to carefully read and heed any directions provided with your medication, or contact either your pharmacist or physician if there's something unclear. If necessary, seek clarification from both of them.Inhalation of glycopyrrolate is normally given twice daily, in the morning and evening. Dosage instructions from your doctor should be followed. Even if you are feeling well, use this medicine every day at the same time.Do not swallow the liquid or capsule containing glycopyrrolate. Use only the inhalation device supplied.Do not use glycopyrrolate to treat bronchospasm. Only use inhalation medicines that act quickly. If your breathing problems worsen quickly or you feel that your medication is not working, seek medical attention.Do not stop taking this medication unless you are told to by your doctor. Your condition may worsen if you stop suddenly.Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature. Keep your medicine in its blister pack or foil pouches until you are ready to take it.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Do not take the missed dose. Use your next dose as usual. Do not take two doses in one go.Refill your prescription before you run out.
What happens if I overdose?
Reach out immediately if a poison occurs by calling 1-800-222-1222 for poison assistance and seeking immediate medical care.Overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, difficulty urinating, or severe dizziness.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications, including:
- Taken in pill form: Cuvposa and Robinul
- A cold or allergy medication that contains an antihistamine.
- Medicine to treat Parkinson’s disease
- Medicine to treat excess stomach acids, stomach ulcers, or motion sickness
- Bladder or urinary medicines—darifenacin, fesoterodine, oxybutynin, tolterodine, solifenacin;
- Bronchodilators—aclidinium, ipratropium, tiotropium, or umeclidinium.
This list is incomplete. Other drugs, such as vitamins and herbs, may also affect glycopyrrolate. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
