Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
Conditions
Brief summary
As part of the post-marketing surveillance, information is to be gathered regarding the tolerance and efficacy of Spiriva® 18 micrograms in patients with COPD under conditions of daily practice
Interventions
Tiotropium bromide18 micrograms (capsule with powder for inhalation)
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Men and women aged at least 40 years presenting with the symptoms of COPD
Exclusion criteria
* Patients presenting with the general and specific contraindications listed in the Patient Information Leaflet and the Basic Product Information
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change from baseline in breathlessness when walking/climbing stairs | Baseline, after 4 weeks |
| Change from baseline in overall severity of the clinical picture | Baseline, after 4 weeks of treatment |
| Occurrence of Adverse Events | up to 4 weeks |
| Change from baseline in breathlessness on Physical exercise | Baseline, after 4 weeks |
| Change from baseline in breathlessness during housework | Baseline, after 4 weeks |
| Change from baseline in breathlessness during everyday activities | Baseline, after 4 weeks |