Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, maintenance: Note: Depending on symptoms and exacerbation risk, may use a single long-acting bronchodilator (long-acting beta-2 agonists [LABA] or long-acting muscarinic antagonist [LAMA]) or dual-acting bronchodilator (LABA and LAMA), with or without an inhaled corticosteroid. In addition, a short-acting bronchodilator is used for symptom relief (GOLD 2021).
Seebri Neohaler: Dry powder inhaler (15.6 mcg/capsule): Oral inhalation: Contents of 1 capsule inhaled twice daily using Neohaler device.
Seebri Breezhaler [Canadian product]: Dry powder inhaler (50 mcg/capsule): Oral inhalation: Contents of 1 capsule inhaled once daily using Breezhaler device.
Lonhala Magnair: Nebulization solution (25 mcg/1 mL vial): Oral inhalation: 1 vial inhaled twice daily using Magnair device.
Dosage adjustment for concomitant therapy: Significant drug interactions exist, requiring dose/frequency adjustment or avoidance. Consult drug interactions database for more information.
Glomerular filtration rate (estimated) ≥30 mL/minute/1.73 m2: No dosage adjustment necessary.
Glomerular filtration rate (estimated) <30 mL/minute/1.73 m2: There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling. Use with caution; systemic exposure may be increased.
End-stage renal disease (ESRD) requiring dialysis: There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling. Use with caution; systemic exposure may be increased.
No dosage adjustment necessary.
Refer to adult dosing.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product
Capsule, Inhalation:
Seebri Neohaler: 15.6 mcg [contains lactose monohydrate, milk protein]
Seebri Neohaler: 15.6 mcg [DSC] [contains milk protein]
Solution, Inhalation:
Lonhala Magnair Refill Kit: 25 mcg/mL (1 mL)
Lonhala Magnair Starter Kit: 25 mcg/mL (1 mL)
No
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Capsule, Inhalation:
Seebri Breezhaler: 50 mcg [contains fd&c yellow #6 (sunset yellow), lactose monohydrate]
Inhalation: For oral inhalation only.
Dry powder inhaler (capsule): Do not swallow capsules. Administer at the same time each day; use only with the Neohaler device. Do not remove capsules from blister until immediately before use. Use the new inhaler included with each prescription. Discard any capsules that are exposed to air and not used immediately. Refer to manufacturer's product labeling for additional administration instructions.
Nebulization solution: Do not inject or swallow solution; use only with Magnair device. Remove vials from foil pouch immediately before use. Administer once in morning and once in evening at the same time each day. Refer to manufacturer's product labeling for additional administration instructions.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, maintenance: Maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema.
The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.
1% to 10%:
Cardiovascular: Peripheral edema (<2%)
Central nervous system: Fatigue (≥2%)
Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea (≥2%), nausea (≥2%), upper abdominal pain (≥2%)
Genitourinary: Urinary tract infection (2%)
Neuromuscular & skeletal: Arthralgia (≥2%), back pain (≥2%)
Respiratory: Dyspnea (≤5%), upper respiratory tract infection (2% to 3%), bronchitis (≥2%), nasopharyngitis (≥2%), pneumonia (≥2%), rhinitis (≥2%), wheezing (≥2%), oropharyngeal pain (2%), sinusitis (1%)
<1% postmarketing, and/or case reports: Angioedema, atrial fibrillation, cough, diabetes mellitus, dysuria, gastroenteritis, hypersensitivity reaction, insomnia, limb pain, paradoxical bronchospasm, productive cough, pruritus, skin rash, voice disorder, vomiting
Hypersensitivity to glycopyrrolate or any component of the formulation.
Canadian labeling: Additional contraindications (not in US labeling): Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins.
Concerns related to adverse effects:
• Bronchospasm: Paradoxical bronchospasm may occur with the use of inhaled agents which may be life-threatening; discontinue use immediately and consider other therapy if bronchospasm occurs.
• CNS effects: May cause drowsiness and/or blurred vision, which may impair physical or mental abilities; patients must be cautioned about performing tasks which require mental alertness (eg, operating machinery or driving).
• Hypersensitivity: Immediate hypersensitivity reactions have been reported; if signs suggesting allergic reactions occur, in particular, angioedema (including difficulties in breathing or swallowing, swelling of the tongue, lips, and face), urticaria, or skin rash, discontinue therapy immediately and initiate alternative therapy. Use with caution in patients with severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins.
Disease-related concerns:
• Cardiovascular disease: Cardiovascular effects (eg, atrial fibrillation, tachycardia) may occur after administration. Use with caution in patients with unstable ischemic heart disease, left ventricular failure, history of myocardial infarction, arrhythmia (excluding chronic stable atrial fibrillation), a history of long QT syndrome or whose QTc was prolonged at screening. In some cases, treatment may need to be discontinued.
• Glaucoma: Use with caution in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma. Monitor for signs/symptoms of glaucoma.
• Renal impairment: Use with caution in patients with severe renal impairment and/or end-stage renal disease; systemic exposure to glycopyrrolate may be increased.
• Urinary retention: Use with caution in patients with urinary retention. Monitor for signs and symptoms of urinary retention, especially in patients with prostatic hyperplasia or bladder-neck obstruction.
Dosage form specific issues:
• Appropriate use: Not indicated for the initial (rescue) treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm or with acutely deteriorating or potentially life-threatening COPD; after initiation of therapy, patients should use short-acting bronchodilators only on an as needed basis for acute symptoms.
• Lactose: The dry powder inhaler formulation may contain lactose.
None known.
Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors: May diminish the therapeutic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Aclidinium: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk X: Avoid combination
Amantadine: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Anticholinergic Agents: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Glycopyrrolate (Oral Inhalation). Risk X: Avoid combination
Botulinum Toxin-Containing Products: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Cannabinoid-Containing Products: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the tachycardic effect of Cannabinoid-Containing Products. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Chloral Betaine: May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Cimetropium: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Cimetropium. Risk X: Avoid combination
Eluxadoline: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the constipating effect of Eluxadoline. Risk X: Avoid combination
Gastrointestinal Agents (Prokinetic): Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Gastrointestinal Agents (Prokinetic). Risk C: Monitor therapy
Glucagon: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Glucagon. Specifically, the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects may be increased. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Glycopyrronium (Topical): May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk X: Avoid combination
Ipratropium (Oral Inhalation): May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk X: Avoid combination
Itopride: Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Itopride. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Levosulpiride: Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Levosulpiride. Risk X: Avoid combination
Methacholine: Long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMAs) may diminish the therapeutic effect of Methacholine. Management: Hold long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMAs) for at least 7 days before methacholine use. Risk D: Consider therapy modification
Mianserin: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Mirabegron: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Mirabegron. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Nitroglycerin: Anticholinergic Agents may decrease the absorption of Nitroglycerin. Specifically, anticholinergic agents may decrease the dissolution of sublingual nitroglycerin tablets, possibly impairing or slowing nitroglycerin absorption. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Opioid Agonists: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Opioid Agonists. Specifically, the risk for constipation and urinary retention may be increased with this combination. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Oxatomide: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk X: Avoid combination
Potassium Chloride: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the ulcerogenic effect of Potassium Chloride. Management: Patients on drugs with substantial anticholinergic effects should avoid using any solid oral dosage form of potassium chloride. Risk X: Avoid combination
Potassium Citrate: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the ulcerogenic effect of Potassium Citrate. Risk X: Avoid combination
Pramlintide: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. These effects are specific to the GI tract. Risk X: Avoid combination
Ramosetron: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the constipating effect of Ramosetron. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Revefenacin: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Revefenacin. Risk X: Avoid combination
Secretin: Anticholinergic Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Secretin. Management: Avoid concomitant use of anticholinergic agents and secretin. Discontinue anticholinergic agents at least 5 half-lives prior to administration of secretin. Risk D: Consider therapy modification
Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics: Anticholinergic Agents may increase the serum concentration of Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Tiotropium: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the anticholinergic effect of Tiotropium. Risk X: Avoid combination
Topiramate: Anticholinergic Agents may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Topiramate. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Umeclidinium: May enhance the anticholinergic effect of Anticholinergic Agents. Risk X: Avoid combination
Teratogenic events were not observed in animal reproduction studies conducted with inhaled glycopyrrolate.
When given as a single maternal injection prior to delivery, glycopyrrolate was not found to cross the placenta in significant amounts (Abboud 1981). Refer to the Glycopyrrolate (Systemic) monograph for additional information.
It is not known if glycopyrrolate is present in breast milk.
According to the manufacturer, the decision to breastfeed during therapy should consider the risk of infant exposure, the benefits of breastfeeding to the infant, and the benefits of treatment to the mother.
FEV1 or other pulmonary function tests; signs/symptoms of glaucoma (blurred vision, worsening eye pain, or discomfort); hypersensitivity reactions; urinary retention.
Competitively and reversibly inhibits the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptor subtypes 1 to 3 (greater affinity for subtypes 1 and 3) in bronchial smooth muscle thereby causing bronchodilation
Absorption: Rapid
Distribution: Vd: Steady state: 83 L; Terminal phase: 376 L
Protein binding: 38% to 41%
Metabolism: Hepatic (minimal)
Bioavailability: ~40%
Half-life elimination: 33 to 53 hours
Time to peak, plasma: Dry powder inhaler (capsule): 5 minutes; Nebulization solution: <20 minutes
Excretion: Urine; bile
Solution (Lonhala Magnair Refill Kit Inhalation)
25 mcg/mL (per mL): $25.20
Solution (Lonhala Magnair Starter Kit Inhalation)
25 mcg/mL (per mL): $25.20
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