Breztri inhaler prescription available online

As a triple therapy inhaler, Breztri combines three different medications with their own mechanisms of action to manage COPD symptoms.^{1, 2, 3} These are: 

1. Budesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS), which decreases inflammation in the lungs 
2. Glycopyrrolate, an anticholinergic, which relaxes and widens airway muscles by blocking a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which is responsible for muscle contraction 
3. Formoterol fumarate, a long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist (LABA), which also relaxes the airways by activating smooth muscle cells

Breztri Aerosphere begins working within about 5 minutes of taking it.¹ 

Breztri Aerosphere is prescribed for long-term use as a controller-inhaler in adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).^{1, 2, 3} COPD is a chronic lung condition comprising emphysema and/or chronic bronchitis.³ Emphysema is characterized by damaged air sacs in the lungs, making you unable to fully exhale and causing shortness of breath.⁴ People with chronic bronchitis, meanwhile, experience flare-ups of inflammation in their breathing tubes; these inflamed bronchi produce excess mucus and are prone to frequent infection.⁵  

Breztri is not intended for use by people with asthma, nor should it be used as a rescue inhaler to treat sudden onset breathing problems^{.1, 2, 3} 

You should clean your Breztri inhaler on a weekly basis by removing the mouthpiece cover, running warm water through the mouthpiece and actuator, and shaking the inhaler dry.⁶ See the manufacturer website for full instructions on cleaning the Breztri Aerosphere. 

The out-of-pocket price for Breztri Aerosphere is approximately $392 for 5.9 grams.⁸ The Breztri manufacturer also offers a Zero Pay program to reduce the cost associated with the inhaler, and at PlushCare, we offer a Prescription Discount Card in partnership with SingleCare, which can save you up to 80% on costs associated with medications.⁸ 

No, Breztri Aerosphere should not be used for asthma.^{1, 2, 3} Breztri is specifically formulated to treat adults with COPD, and there are other medications that can better manage symptoms of asthma.⁹ 

 If you forget to take a dose of Breztri Aerosphere, you should take it as soon as you remember—with an important exception being if you are close to your next dose.² In this case, simply skip the missed dose and take the next one (in other words, do not take more than two puffs at a time). 

 Breztri, Symbicort, Spiriva, and Advair are all inhalers that treat COPD.² Unlike Breztri, which is only approved for use in COPD, however, Symbicort, Spiriva, and Advair can also be used to treat asthma.^{10, 11, 12}   

In clinical trials, Breztri reduced symptoms of COPD at more significant rates than dual therapy COPD prescriptions that include only two medications in the inhaler instead of three.¹³ 

The Breztri inhaler is intended for long-term use in adults with COPD.^{1, 2} While most side effects are relatively mild, some potentially serious long-term impacts of using Breztri Aerosphere may include a higher risk of infection, osteoporosis, eye problems, increased blood sugar, and an underactive adrenal gland.¹⁴ Be sure to discuss any pre-existing conditions you have with your doctor before starting Breztri. 

If you notice signs of an allergic reaction after taking Breztri—skin rash, swelling, itching, and more—you should contact your doctor right away to discuss next steps.¹⁴ In case of an emergency, such as difficulty breathing, call 911. 

The best way to improve the effectiveness of Breztri is to keep your inhaler clean, take your doses at regular times each day, and practice good oral hygiene to prevent infection.^{3, 6} You should also stay current on vaccinations, including the yearly flu shot, and you should always discuss side effects and any concerns you have with your doctor.³