Description
Tudorza Pressair is an anticholinergic medication indicated for the treatment of a lung condition called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Fact Table |
Formula |
C26H30BrNO4S2 |
License |
US DailyMed, US FDA |
Bioavailability |
Less than 5% |
Legal status |
Rx-only |
Chemical Name |
Aclidinium |
Elimination half-life |
2 - 3 hours |
Dosage (Strength) |
(322mcg) 400mcg (60 doses/inhaler) |
Pregnancy |
Consult Doctor |
Brands |
Tudorza Pressair |
Protein binding |
87% |
PubChem CID |
11519741 |
MedlinePlus |
a613001 |
ChEBI |
65344 |
ATC code |
R03BB05 |
DrugBank |
DB08897 |
KEGG |
D08837 |
Routes of administration |
Inhalation |
Directions
Tudorza Pressair is in the form of an inhalation powder contained in an inhaler that delivers 400 mcg of aclidinium bromide per actuation.
Once you are prescribed and buy Tudorza Pressair, the directions are to inhale one puff twice daily.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Tudorza Pressair is Aclidinium bromide.
Contraindications
Do not use Tudorza Pressair if you are allergic to milk proteins.
Do not take the Tudorza Pressair inhaler if you are allergic to aclidinium bromide or any of the other ingredients contained in Tudorza Pressair.
Cautions
- Tudorza Pressair should not be used as a rescue medication.
- Before using Tudorza Pressair, tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications, including vitamins and supplements, that you take.
- Before using Tudorza Pressair, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant.
- Before using Tudorza Pressair, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or plan to start breastfeeding.
- Before using Tudorza Pressair, tell your doctor if you have any of the following health conditions:
- Glaucoma
- Prostate problems
- Bladder problems
- Urinary problems
Side Effects
Tudorza Pressair can cause possible side effects. The most common include:
- Cold symptoms
- Cough
- Headache
References:
TUDORZA PRESSAIR Prescribing Information. Morrisville, NC: Circassia Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2019.
Tudorza Pressair (aclidinium bromide inhalation powder). Accessed November 18, 2021.
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Product Code : 13203