Glycare 50 mcg (Inhalation Capsule)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Glycopyrronium bromide inhalation capsule |
| Company | Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title & Categories
- Glycare Inhalation Capsule
- Medicine
- Healthcare
- Bronchodilator
- COPD Treatment
Maintenance Frequency
Once daily
Treatment Indication
Relief of symptoms in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Pharmacological Class
Antimuscarinic agent
Receptor Affinity
Muscarinic receptors M1 to M5
Mechanism of Action
Inhibition of M3-receptors resulting in airway smooth muscle relaxation
Dosage Form
Inhalation capsule
Dosage Strength
50 micrograms
Route of Administration
Orally inhaled
Dosing Instructions
Administer one capsule orally inhaled once daily at the same time of the day
Missed Dose Instructions
Take the next dose as soon as remembered, but not more than once every 24 hours
Usage Interaction
Avoid co-administration with other inhaled anticholinergic drugs
Compatible Treatments
- Sympathomimetic bronchodilators
- Methylxanthines
- Oral and inhaled steroids
Non-Interaction Evidence
Used concomitantly with other drugs commonly used in COPD treatment without clinical evidence of interactions
Drug Interaction Study
Formal drug interaction studies have not been performed
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to glycopyrronium
- Hypersensitivity to any excipients of the preparation
Common Side Effects
- Dry mouth
- Cough
- Nasopharyngitis
- Vomiting
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Neck pain
- Diabetes mellitus
- Gastroenteritis
- Insomnia
Less Frequent Side Effects
- Paradoxical bronchospasm
- Dysphonia
- Angioedema
- Hypersensitivity
- Pruritus
- Sinus congestion
- Throat irritation
Elderly Patient Side Effects
- Frequent urinary tract infection
- Frequent headache
Pregnancy Use
Use during pregnancy should be justified by expected benefit to the patient
Lactation Precaution
Caution advised, use only if expected benefit to the woman is greater than any possible risk to the infant
Fertility Study
No concern regarding fertility in animal studies
Precaution Age Limit
Not for use in patients under 18 years of age
Precaution in Specific Conditions
- Narrow-angle glaucoma
- Urinary retention
Allergic Reaction Precaution
Discontinue immediately if signs of allergic reaction occur, consider alternative therapy
Life-Threatening Side Effect
Paradoxical bronchospasm may occur, discontinue immediately if it occurs
Renal Impairment Precaution
Use with caution in patients with severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease
Overdose Symptoms
Anticholinergic signs and symptoms
Overdose Treatment
May require symptomatic treatment
Storage Instructions
- Do not swallow
- Use with an inhalation device
- Insert the Easycap in the Easyhaler for best performance
- Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C
- Protect from light & moisture