Trelegy Ellipta inhaler prescription online

Trelegy Ellipta is an inhalation powder made up of a few different medications including fluticasone, umeclidinium and vilanterol. Fluticasone is known as a corticosteroid or steroid. It helps to reduce inflammation in the lungs by inhibiting the release of substances in the lungs that cause chronic lung conditions. Umeclidinium and vilanterol are both long-acting bronchodilators, which means they help relax the airways. When combined, these medications make it easier to breathe for people with chronic conditions. ¹

COPD is a chronic lung disease that causes symptoms including cough, fatigue, phlegm in the lungs, difficulty breathing and wheezing. It is often caused by smoking or environmental factors including air pollution or long term exposure to irritants at work or in other environments..⁴ While it is not curable, it can be controlled by certain measures like avoiding the cause of the COPD (i.e., quitting smoking), pulmonary rehab and medications like Trelegy Ellipta. Both chronic bronchitis and emphysema are considered COPD but have slightly distinct characteristics.

Asthma is a common chronic lung disease. While it impacts millions of people of all ages, notably, it is the most common chronic condition among children. Many different factors, from air pollution to genetics, can cause asthma. The condition causes coughing and wheezing, often at night, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath. Different triggers, such as a respiratory illness, exercise, and environmental allergens, can worsen symptoms. While asthma, like many breathing conditions, cannot be cured, there are different ways people can manage it, so it does not disrupt their daily lives. One of the most common treatments for asthma are inhalers. While some people use inhalers every day, others do not have to. ⁶

Trelegy Ellipta is helpful to people with asthma because it offers three medicines in one, so they do not have to use multiple inhalers throughout the day. As it helps to reduce swelling in the lungs, it can help reduce peoples’ responses to asthma triggers. ⁷

Chronic bronchitis, a form of COPD, is caused by inflammation of the airways. People with chronic bronchitis often experience a chronic cough and phlegm-filled lungs.⁴ Using Trelegy Ellipta can help keep chronic bronchitis flare-ups at bay and curb uncomfortable symptoms.

Emphysema is another form of COPD that causes shortness of breath among other symptoms. It causes damage to the alveoli in the lungs, which is responsible for helping you breathe air in and out. ⁵ Trelegy Ellipta can help combat emphysema by relaxing the airways.

Refractory obstructive airways diseases are severe cases of COPD. People with severe, persistent flare-ups benefit from multi-pronged treatment approaches. Trelegy Ellipta may be used in combination with other medications to treat the frequent symptoms that come with refractory obstructive airways diseases.

Albeit common, some side effects of Trelegy Ellipta can be serious. Here is a list of some common side effects: ¹

• Headache
• Lung infections, such as pneumonia
• Back pain and joint pain
• Common cold symptoms
• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) symptoms
• Oral thrush

It is important to monitor your health when taking any new medication and this especially applies to Trelegy Ellipta due to some serious potential side effects. One major potential side effect is adrenal insufficiency. If you use Trelegy Ellipta over the long term, it can inhibit your adrenal gland from making cortisol – an important hormone that regulates certain bodily functions. Other serious side effects may include:¹

• Loss of vision or blurred vision
• Eye pain
• Urinary retention
• Abnormal blood pressure
• Abnormal heart rhythm
• Reduced bone density

Trelegy Ellipta is preventative and should not be used to stop asthma attacks. The medication, which comes in powder form, is dispersed via a special inhaler. To use a Trelegy Ellipta inhaler, follow the directions listed on the manual that comes with it and only take as advised by your doctor. You should use the medication at the same time every day and should not stop using it cold turkey without talking to your provider. ²

1. Once you open the inhaler from its packaging, do not open its cover until you are ready to take the medication.
2. Once you are ready to take it, slide down the cover until you hear a click. That indicates it is ready to use.
3. Hold it away from your face and breathe out.
4. Close your lips around the mouthpiece and take a long breath through your mouth. Avoid breathing through your nose or blocking the vent with your fingers.
5. Remove the inhaler and hold your breath for 3 to 4 seconds. You might not taste or notice the medication – this method should still be effective.
6. Breathe out and close the inhaler.
7. Rinse your mouth with water. Do not swallow the water; Spit it out.

Yes, you can get Trelegy Ellipta without insurance, but it may cost more out-of-pocket. It is also not available in generic form. ³

Yes, the FDA has approved it for long-term use among adults over age 18 suffering from COPD or asthma. ⁹

While Trelegy Ellipta helps prevent COPD symptoms over time, you might not notice its effects immediately. It takes a few weeks to start working. ¹⁰

Without insurance, Trelegy Ellipta can cost around $600 to $800. The cost with insurance depends on your plan. ¹¹

No, there are currently no generic alternatives.³

You should store it away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep it in a closed container. ²

Take a missed dose as soon as possible, but do not double dose. ²

No, the medication is used for long-term, preventative use. Stopping the medication might cause the return of symptoms. ¹⁰

The medication has not been approved for use in children. Its potential impact on pregnant women is currently unknown. ¹⁰

Yes, it includes fluticasone, which is known as a corticosteroid or steroid. ¹

Yes, the medication can interact with several other medications. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about medications you already take to avoid complications from medication interactions.

No, Trelegy Ellipta should not be used to stop asthma or COPD attacks. ²

Trelegy Ellipta is unique because it contains three medications in one – allowing to address multiple symptoms in one daily dose.