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FPGEE Foreign Pharmacy

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What are the differences between Spiriva and Atrovent?

I. Atrovent has fewer side effects than Spiriva.
II. Atrovent has more side effects than Spiriva.
III. Spiriva is a dry powder and is taken once daily.
IV. Atrovent is taken once daily.
  1. I and II only
  2. I, II, and III only
  3. III only
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: C − Atrovent (ipratropium) and Spiriva (tiotropium) have essentially the same side effect profile, so I and II are incorrect. Spiriva is a dry powder used once daily because it has a longer duration of action. Atrovent is used qid. Both are parasympathetic acetylcholine blockers.
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