Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit inhalation

Generic name: Treprostinil (inhalation)
Drug class: Agents for pulmonary hypertension

Usage of Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit inhalation

Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) in adults. Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit improves your ability to exercise and can help prevent your condition from getting worse.

Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit inhalation side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out; or

easy bruising or bleeding (nosebleeds, bleeding gums).

Common side effects of Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit may include:

cough, pain or irritation in your throat after use;

dizziness or feeling light-headed;

nausea, diarrhea;

headache; or

flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit inhalation

You should not use Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:

bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing);

low blood pressure;

asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, or other breathing disorder;

bleeding problems; or

liver disease.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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How to use Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit inhalation

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Do not swallow Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit. The medicine should be inhaled only using the inhalation system provided with the medication.

Do not use or mix other medicines with Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit.

Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit is usually given 4 times per day at evenly spaced intervals during waking hours. Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Read and carefully follow any instructions for setting up and using the medicine before preparing your first dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

The effects of treprostinil inhalation will lessen over time between doses. Talk with your doctor if you need to time your dosing around any planned activities.

Follow all storage and cleaning instructions provided with Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit. Your pharmacist can provide more information about how to store this medicine.

Make sure you have a backup inhalation system available in case one of the systems stops working.

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

What other drugs will affect Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit inhalation

Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medicines at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you use, which may increase side effects or make the medicines less effective.

Other drugs may affect Tyvaso DPI Titration Kit, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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