Indications
ANORO ELLIPTA (is a prescription medication used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a combination of two medicines, an anticholinergic (umeclidinium) and long-acting beta agonist (vilanterol). It contains two active ingredients, umeclidinium bromide and vilanterol, which work together to improve lung function and reduce flare-ups of the illness
ANORO ELLIPTA is not indicated for the treatment of asthma, and it should not be used as a rescue medication for sudden symptoms of COPD. It is just an inhalation powder prescribed to help people with COPD breathe more easily.
Vilanterol is a long-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist and acts by getting attached to beta-2 adrenergic receptors present in the airway muscles. Umeclidinium is a muscarinic receptor antagonist. It works by blocking other receptors called muscarinic receptors, which control the contraction of muscles. Together, the active substances in Anoro Ellipta work in different ways to widen the airways and improve breathing in COPD.
Uses and Dosage
ANORO is a combination medication containing 55 mcg of umeclidinium and 22mcg of vilanterol. It comes as a dry powder inhaler and should be taken through a portable inhaler device. The recommended dose is one inhalation per day at the same time each day. For detailed instructions on how to use the inhaler correctly, please refer to the package leaflet or contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects of Anoro Ellipta
- Anxiety
- Constipation
- Cough
- Dry mouth
- Infection of the upper airways
- Muscle spasms
- Pain and irritation in the back of the mouth and throat
- Painful and frequent urination
- Rash (allergic reactions)
- Sore throat with or without runny nose
- Taste disturbance
- Tremor
Rare but Serious Side Effects of Side Effects
- Awareness of heartbeat (palpitations)
- Blurred vision
- Decrease in vision or pain in your eyes due to high pressure (signs of glaucoma)
- Difficulties passing urine (urinary retention)
- Fast and irregular heartbeat
- Hoarsness
- Immediate breathing difficulties and wheezing
- Increase of the measured eye pressure
- Pain or discomfort when passing urine (dysuria)
Form and Strength
ANORO ELLIPTA is available in the following forms and strengths
ANORO ELLIPTA: Dry Powder Inhaler
- 62.5/25mcg
Caution
- When taking ANORO ELLIPTA, inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are about to start taking any other medications, as some medications can interact with each other and cause serious side effects.
- Check with your doctor before taking any other medicines for your breathing problems while taking ANORO ELLIPTA. Some medicines may interact with ANORO ELLIPTA and cause serious side effects.
- Be careful when driving or operating machinery until you know how ANORO ELLIPTA affects you. Some people may experience side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, or sleepiness while using this medication.
- If you become pregnant while taking ANORO ELLIPTA, you should tell your doctor immediately. keep all your doctor's appointments so that your progress can be checked and monitored.
- Do not take ANORO ELLIPTA to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you. to follow your doctor's instructions and advice when taking ANORO ELLIPTA, as it can interact with other medications and cause serious side effects.
- Do not stop taking ANORO ELLIPTA or lower the dosage without checking with your doctor. Additionally, do not take any other medicines for your breathing problems without consulting your doctor first, as this could lead to serious side effects.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What time of the day should you take Anoro Ellipta?
Because the ingredients in Anoro Ellipta are effective for 24 hours, for it to work properly you only need to take it once a day, at the same time every day.
What happens if you take Anoro twice in one day?
Anoro Ellipta is given as 1 inhalation once daily at the same time every day. It should not be used more than once in 24 hours. Taking more than one dose can increase your risk for serious side effects.
Can you just stop taking Anoro Ellipta?
Don't stop Anoro Ellipta without medical advice. Use Anoro Ellipta for as long as your doctor recommends. It will only be effective as long as you are using it. Don't stop unless your doctor advises you to, even if you feel better.
Is Anoro Ellipta only for COPD?
Once-daily ANORO is a prescription medicine used long term to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both, for better breathing and to reduce the number of flare-ups.
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