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Indications

Anoro Ellipta is an inhalation powder used to prevent airflow obstruction and reduce flare-ups in bronchitis, emphysema, and other chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD).

This inhalation medication combines the long-acting antimuscarinic umeclidinium and adrenoceptor agonist vilanterol to relax airway muscles to improve breathing. Umeclidinium helps do this by inhibiting a receptor that plays a role in bronchodilation while vilanterol further supports the relaxation of bronchial smooth muscles. Vilanterol also helps reduce immediate hypersensitivity from cells.

Anoro Ellipta is generally well-tolerated and helps improve breathing in those with COPD. This medication is not designed to treat those with asthma or for use as a rescue medication.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Anoro Ellipta prescribed will vary depending on the individual and the severity of their condition being treated. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully.

• Use at the same time each day
• Do not use more than once every 24 hours
• Most adults take 62.5 mcg of umeclidinium and 25mcg of vilanterol
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and light
• Keep your inhaler device in its sealed foil tray until ready to start using it
• Replace your inhaler after 6 weeks or when the indicator shows a zero

Side Effects

Anoro Ellipta may cause some side effects to develop while helping relax bronchial muscles. For more information regarding symptoms you may encounter when taking this inhalation medication, consult with your doctor.

Common Anoro Ellipta side effects:

• Stuffy nose, sinus pain, sore throat
• Chest pain, cough
• Diarrhea, constipation
• Muscle spasms
• Pain in neck, arms, or legs

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious side effects may occur when using Anoro Ellipta. If you notice any of the following symptoms, stop taking this medication and contact your doctor:

• Wheezing, choking, trouble breathing after using
• Painful or difficult urination, urinating more frequently
• Blurred or tunnel vision, seeing halos around lights
• Eye pain or redness
• High blood sugar (increased thirst or urination, hunger, dry mouth, fruity breath odour)
• Low potassium levels (leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling)

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Anoro Ellipta if you are allergic to umeclidinium, vilanterol, or milk proteins. Stop using this medication and contact your doctor if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction.

Anoro Ellipta allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

This medication is not designed for treating asthma.

Anoro Ellipta is not a rescue medicine and will not work fast enough to treat a bronchospasm attack. Only use fast acting inhalation medication for attacks.

When taking Anoro Ellipta, avoid using a second inhaled bronchodilator that contains formoterol, arformoterol, indacaterol, olodaterol, salmeterol, or vilanterol.

Vilanterol has been shown to increase the risk of death in people with asthma but its effect on those with COPD is unknown. Seek immediate medical attention if your breathing troubles do not improve of if your symptoms worsen quickly.

To ensure the safety of taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have ever had any of the following:

• Heart disease, high blood pressure
• Seizure
• Liver disease
• Glaucoma
• Diabetes
• Thyroid disorder
• Enlarged prostate
• Troubles urinating

Some medications may interact with Anoro Ellipta and cause adverse effects. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including over the counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products, but especially the following:

• Atropine
• Antifungal or antiviral medication
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
• Tricyclic antidepressants
• Drugs that prolong QT interval
• Beta blockers
• Medicine for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or mental illness
• Cold or allergy medicine
• Medicine for Parkinson’s disease
• Medicine for stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome
• Medicine to treat overactive bladder
• Another bronchodilator medication

Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Anoro Ellipta is not an approved medication for treating COPD in anyone younger than 18 years old.

Form and Strength

This inhalation medication is available as a dry powder.

Anoro Ellipta dry powder inhaler strength:

• 62.5/25mcg

The 62.5/25mcg powders are available in quantities of 30 or 90 doses.

FAQ

How long does it take for Anoro Ellipta to work?

Anoro Ellipta should be absorbed into your lungs within 15 minutes after inhalation, but it takes some time for the medication to relax your bronchial muscles. This means that the medication is not suitable for use as a rescue inhaler when you have an attack. When taken once a day, this medication helps prevent attacks and reduce their severity.

Do you need to rinse out your mouth after using Anoro Ellipta?

You do not need to rinse your mouth after inhaling Anoro Ellipta. This medication combines the bronchodilator agents umeclidinium and vilanterol without corticosteroids; you only need to rinse your mouth after inhaling a corticosteroid.

Resources:

1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24696868/
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3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=2dbd0671-c565-40c5-bf0f-e324db26799c