Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is an anticholinergic medicine. It is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. It relaxes the airway muscles and makes it easier to breathe. This helps relieve symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing.

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is known as bronchodilator and is used to treat breathing difficulties due to chest tightness and shortness of breath.

Uses of Airtio Inhaler

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Airtio Inhaler

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Airtio Inhaler

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Airtio

Dryness in mouth

How to use Airtio Inhaler

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Airtio 9mcg Inhaler. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for dry mouth, constipation, and urinary problems.

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Quick tips

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
It should be taken at the same time each day.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Take the first dose under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
Your doctor may monitor your blood potassium level regularly while taking this medication.
Only small amounts of Airtio 9mcg Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Morpholines Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Anticholinergic - COPD

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FAQs

How long does Airtio 9mcg Inhaler take to work?

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler starts working within 30 minutes of taking it and you may start breathing with ease after the first dose. The full benefits will be experienced within about 3 days to a week’s time.

Is Airtio 9mcg Inhaler a steroid?

No, Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is not a steroid, but it belongs to anticholinergic class of medicines. It works by relaxing the muscles of the small airways, helping them to open and remain open for 24 hours.

How can Airtio 9mcg Inhaler help me?

Airtio 9mcg Inhaler is a long-acting bronchodilator which opens the air passages and makes breathing easier. Using this medicine daily can help prevent sudden short-term worsening of your breathing problem. Regular use also helps relieve shortness of breath when you have ongoing shortness of breath.

What should I avoid while taking Airtio 9mcg Inhaler?

Use Airtio 9mcg Inhaler carefully to prevent it from getting into your eyes. If it gets into your eyes, your vision may get blurry and the pupil in your eye may become larger (dilate). If this happens, call your doctor. Airtio 9mcg Inhaler may also cause dizziness and blurred vision. Avoid driving or using heavy machinery if you experience these side effects.

How long do I need to take Airtio 9mcg Inhaler?

Your doctor may prescribe you to take this medicine for life long. The reason being, COPD is a chronic condition and requires long-term treatment.

What is the difference between rescue treatment and maintenance treatment?

Rescue treatment is used to treat the sudden attack of disease. On the other hand, maintenance treatment are medicines that you take daily to help you manage the symptoms of disease. For example, when you have sudden shortness of breath due to COPD, you may be prescribed corticosteroids. Whereas, to help prevent these sudden attacks from happening, you may be prescribed Airtio 9mcg Inhaler.

What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

COPD is a serious lung disease in which the airways become narrow, so the air moves out of your lungs slowly and makes it hard to breathe. Examples of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease include chronic bronchitis (swelling of the air passages leading to lungs) and emphysema (damage to air sacs in the lungs).

Can I prevent my COPD from getting worse?

If you smoke, then quitting smoking is one of the most important things you can do to slow the progression of COPD. In fact, keep taking the medicine as advised by your doctor. Following the prescribed dose for the recommended duration may stop the progression of COPD.

How should Airtio 9mcg Inhaler be stored?

Store Airtio 9mcg Inhaler at room temperature 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Keep it away from heat and cold and do not refrigerate it. Keep it in a dry place.

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Airtio 9mcg Inhaler

Product introduction

Uses of Airtio Inhaler

Benefits of Airtio Inhaler

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Side effects of Airtio Inhaler

Common side effects of Airtio

How to use Airtio Inhaler

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

How long does Airtio 9mcg Inhaler take to work?

Is Airtio 9mcg Inhaler a steroid?

How can Airtio 9mcg Inhaler help me?

What should I avoid while taking Airtio 9mcg Inhaler?

How long do I need to take Airtio 9mcg Inhaler?

What is the difference between rescue treatment and maintenance treatment?

What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Can I prevent my COPD from getting worse?

How should Airtio 9mcg Inhaler be stored?

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