Stiolto Respimat is for use only in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and should not be used to treat asthma.
Stiolto Respimat may increase the risk of death or hospitalization in people with asthma, but the risk in people with COPD is not known.
Stiolto Respimat will not treat a bronchospasm attack that has already begun. Call your doctor at once if you have new or worsening COPD symptoms.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Stiolto Respimat if you are allergic to olodaterol, tiotropium, or ipratropium.
To make sure Stiolto Respimat is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
seizures;
a thyroid disorder;
diabetes;
glaucoma;
kidney disease; or
an enlarged prostate or urination problems.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
Stiolto Respimat is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Stiolto Respimat?
Use Stiolto Respimat exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides.
Stiolto Respimat is not a rescue medicine for bronchospasm attacks. Use only fast-acting inhalation medicine for an attack. Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working as well.
Use only the inhaler device provided with your medicine or you may not get the correct dose. Use the new inhaler each time you get your prescription refilled.
Do not change your dose or stop using your medicine without your doctor's advice.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Use the medicine at the same time each day, and not more than once in a 24-hour period.
Store at room temperature. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.
