My wife went to her Pulonary Doctor today and complained about some medication side-effects she was having.

The Doctor took her off of Singulair and an Atrovent Inhaler but gave a 24 day supply of Spiriva- Handihaler an inhalation powder--- and to continue her QVAR inhaler.

My question is -- Has anyone used Spiriiva --Inhalation powder and what was their experience?

Thanks~~~Harry

I've been using Spiriva since 2001 - before it was approved in the US in 2004. It is the one medication I would never be without. Sometimes it takes a while for it to become effective, but in most cases it does wonders for those suffering from COPD. It is actually a big brother to Atrovent and used once a day instead of the 4 times a day that Atrovent requires.

Laurette,
Thank you for your message! And-- Welcome to Healthboards!!!

My wife has asthma and used Atrovent once daily along with Qvar and Singulair-- 10 mgm.

You certainly have been using Spiriva a long time. You certainly sound satisfied using it.

I have read that it is mostly used by people with COPD but my wife does not have that. Have you experienced any side-effects?

God Bless~~~Harry