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Compare Breo Ellipta vs. Advair

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  • Breo ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol)
    Advair (fluticasone / salmeterol)
  • Breo ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol)
    Advair (fluticasone / salmeterol)

  • Summary of Breo Ellipta vs. Advair

    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.

    Summary for ICS / LABA combo
    Prescription only

    Advair is a combination inhaler that contains fluticasone (an inhaled corticosteroid) and salmeterol (a long-acting beta agonist, or LABA). Advair Diskus is used for maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma in adults and children, where as Advair HFA is for asthma only. Advair (fluticasone / salmeterol) is inhaled through the mouth, typically 1 to 2 puffs twice daily. Some common side effects of this medication include upper respiratory tract infection, sore throat, and headache.

  • Indications of Breo Ellipta vs. Advair

    Indications for
    •Maintenance treatment of asthma
    •Maintenance treatment of COPD
    Indications for
    •Maintenance treatment of asthma
    •Maintenance treatment of COPD - Advair Diskus 250/50 only

  • Pros and Cons of Breo Ellipta vs. Advair

    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
    Pros and Const for ICS / LABA combo
    Pros
    •Works well to lower the risk of asthma or COPD symptoms
    •Combines two medications into a single inhaler for convenience
    •Available as two different types of inhalers (Advair Diskus and Advair HFA)
    Cons
    •Can cause fungal infections (thrush) in your mouth and throat
    •Advair Diskus contains lactose, so it might not be safe for people with severe milk protein allergies
    •Doesn't replace your rescue inhaler

  • Common Side Effects of Breo Ellipta vs. Advair

    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%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Advair Diskus:

    •Upper respiratory infection (up to 27%)
    •Sore throat (up to 13%)
    •Headache (up to 13%)
    •Bronchitis (up to 8%)
    •Cough (up to 6%)
    •Nausea and vomiting (up to 6%)
    •Hoarseness (up to 5%)

    Advair HFA:

    •Upper respiratory infection (up to 24%)
    •Headache (up to 21%)
    •Throat irritation (up to 9%)
    •Muscle and bone pain (up to 7%)
    •Nausea and vomiting (up to 5%)

  • Warnings of Breo Ellipta vs. Advair

    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
    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for use in asthma attack or for worsening breathing
    •Fungal infection in the mouth
    •Narrowing of your airways (bronchospasm)
    •Higher risk of infections
    •Altered 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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