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Suggest A COPD Inhaler That Does Not Cause Constipation?
Question: I have problems with constipation, I take spiriva, is there a COPD inhaler that does not cause constipaion?
Brief Answer:
beta-agonists
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
spiriva contains a bronchodilator called tiotropium. This class of bronchodilators may cause constipation, although this does not happen very often.
There is one more kind of bronchodilators called beta agonists. Beta agonists like salmeterol or formoterol are not supposed to cause constipation.
I hope I've helped!
You can ask for clarifications if you'd like, using your follow-up questions.
Kind Regards!
beta-agonists
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
spiriva contains a bronchodilator called tiotropium. This class of bronchodilators may cause constipation, although this does not happen very often.
There is one more kind of bronchodilators called beta agonists. Beta agonists like salmeterol or formoterol are not supposed to cause constipation.
I hope I've helped!
You can ask for clarifications if you'd like, using your follow-up questions.
Kind Regards!
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