Patients are hearing that Spiriva (tiotropium) might increase the risk of stroke
April 2008
Patients are hearing that Spiriva (tiotropium) might increase the risk of stroke.
Spiriva is used for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A recent analysis shows a slightly higher risk of stroke in patients using Spiriva...or about 2 more cases per 1000 patients per year.
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