Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate
Information about Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate
Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate Uses
Indacaterol+Glycopyrrolate is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
How Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate works
Indacaterol is a bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Glycopyrrolate is an anticholinergic which works by decreasing the secretions in the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
Common side effects of Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate
Indigestion, High blood pressure, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Chest pain, Fever, Urinary retention, Sore throat, Cough, Headache, Dizziness, Allergic reaction, Increased glucose level in blood, Inflammation of the nose, Sinus inflammation, Urinary tract infection
Expert advice for Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate
- Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate is a combination of two medicines that makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- 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.
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels as low oxygen levels in the blood (hypoxia) and COPD medicines such as Indacaterol + Glycopyrrolate can lower potassium levels in blood.