Common Spiriva Side Effects
The following are common Spiriva side effects that generally don't require medical attention:
- Constipation
- Cough
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Sore throat
- Upset stomach
More Severe Spiriva Side Effects
More serious side effects that have been reported after using Spiriva are listed below. Contact your health care provider immediately if you experience:
- Any type of allergic reaction such as skin rash, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- Difficulty breathing
- Changes in vision
- Chest pain
- Rapid heartbeat or heart palpitations
- Infection or flu-like symptoms
- Trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine that you pass
Spiriva Interactions
Spiriva may interact with the following medications:
- Atropine
- Hyoscyamine
- Ipratropium
- Related medicines called antimuscarinics (drugs that block bladder contractions) or anticholinergics
PLEASE NOTE: This is only a partial list of possible drug interactions and side effects. Be sure to talk with your health care provider if you take these, or any other medications, before taking Spiriva, or if you experience additional side effects that are not mentioned here. Additionally, Spiriva does NOT increase risk of stroke or other cardiovascular events, as was reported in previous years.
For more information about Spiriva and Spiriva side effects, read the Complete Guide to Spiriva.
