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Compare Anoro Ellipta vs. Breo Ellipta

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Anoro Ellipta (umeclidinium/vilanterol) and Breo Ellipta (fluticasone/vilanterol) are both inhalers used to manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but they have some key differences. Anoro Ellipta combines a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) and a long-acting beta-agonist (LABA), while Breo Ellipta combines an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) and a LABA. This means Anoro Ellipta focuses on relaxing airway muscles and opening airways, whereas Breo Ellipta also reduces inflammation in the lungs. Anoro Ellipta is only used for COPD, but Breo Ellipta can also be used for asthma. Breo Ellipta has a generic version available, making it potentially more affordable than Anoro Ellipta, which does not have a generic form. Additionally, you need to rinse your mouth after using Breo Ellipta to prevent fungal infections, a step not required with Anoro Ellipta. Both inhalers are taken once daily and are not suitable for sudden breathing problems.

  • Anoro ellipta (umeclidinium / vilanterol)
    Breo ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol)
  • Anoro ellipta (umeclidinium / vilanterol)
    Breo ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol)

  • Summary of Anoro Ellipta vs. Breo Ellipta

    Summary for LAMA / LABA combo
    Prescription only

    Anoro Ellipta is a steroid-free inhaler that contains umeclidinium (a long-acting muscarinic antagonist, or LAMA) and vilanterol (a long-acting beta agonist, or LABA). It's FDA-approved for maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adults. This Ellipta inhaler is inhaled through the mouth once per day. Side effects aren't common, but some people have reported sore throat and diarrhea.

    Summary for ICS / LABA combo
    Prescription only

    Breo is a combination inhaler used for maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma in adults and children. It contains two active ingredients, fluticasone (an inhaled corticosteroid, or ICS) and vilanterol (a long-acting beta agonist, or LABA). Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) is inhaled through the mouth once per day. It's available as a lower-cost generic. Side effects can differ based on your age and your Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) dose, but generally include upper respiratory tract infections, sore throat, and headache.

  • Indications of Anoro Ellipta vs. Breo Ellipta

    Indications for
    •Maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adults
    Indications for
    •Maintenance treatment of asthma
    •Maintenance treatment of COPD

  • Pros and Cons of Anoro Ellipta vs. Breo Ellipta

    Pros and Const for LAMA / LABA combo
    Pros
    •Combination of two bronchodilators within a single inhaler
    •Inhaled once per day
    •No need to rinse your mouth after a dose since it doesn't contain a steroid
    Cons
    •Doesn't replace your rescue inhaler for sudden trouble breathing
    •Can't use if you're severely allergic to milk proteins because it contains lactose
    •Might not be a good choice for people who've trouble urinating
    Pros and Const for ICS / LABA combo
    Pros
    •Long-term control of asthma and COPD symptoms
    •Inhaled only once per day, unlike other similar inhalers which are used twice per day
    •Might be easier to use compared to some other dry powder inhalers
    Cons
    •Can't use if you're severely allergic to milk proteins because it contains lactose
    •Need to rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent fungal infections (thrush) in your mouth and throat
    •Doesn't replace your rescue inhaler

  • Common Side Effects of Anoro Ellipta vs. Breo Ellipta

    Common Side Effects for
    •Sore throat (2%)
    •Diarrhea (2%)
    Common Side Effects for

    COPD:

    •Common cold (9%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (7%)
    •Headache (7%)
    •Oral thrush (fungal infection in mouth) (5%)

    Asthma (adults):

    •Headache (8%)
    •Common cold (7%)

    Asthma (children):

    •Common cold (10%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (7%)

  • Warnings of Anoro Ellipta vs. Breo Ellipta

    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for COPD flare ups or worsening breathing
    •Narrowing of your airways (bronchospasm)
    •Serious allergic reactions
    •Worsening narrow-angle glaucoma
    •Trouble urinating
    •Heart problems
    •Low potassium level in the blood
    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for asthma attacks, COPD flare ups, or worsening breathing
    •Fungal infection in the mouth
    •Narrowing of your airways (bronchospasm)
    •Higher risk of infections
    •Changes in stress hormone levels
    •Delayed growth in children
    •Eye and vision problems
    •Heart problems
    •Low potassium levels in the blood
    •Allergic reactions

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