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tiotropium bromide monohydrate

The monohydrate bromide salt form of tiotropium, a quaternary ammonium derivative of atropine and a long-acting muscarinic receptor antagonist, with bronchodilating activity. Upon inhalation, tiotropium binds to and blocks mainly muscarinic M3 receptors located on smooth muscle cells, thereby preventing smooth muscle contraction
US brand name:Spiriva
Chemical structure:1,4-Dihydro-3,5-Diiodo-1-Methyl-4-Oxopyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid
6.Beta.,7.Beta.-Epoxy-3.Beta.-Hydroxy-8-Methyl-1.Alpha.H,5.Alpha.H-Tropanium Bromide, Di-2-Thienylglycolate Monohydrate
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