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Compare Breztri vs. Trelegy Ellipta

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  • Breztri
    Trelegy ellipta
  • Breztri
    Trelegy ellipta

  • Summary of Breztri vs. Trelegy Ellipta

    Summary for ICS / LAMA / LABA
    Prescription only

    Breztri Aerosphere is a combination inhaler that contains budesonide (an inhaled corticosteroid), glycopyrrolate (a long-acting muscarinic antagonist), and formoterol (a long-acting beta agonist). It's used for maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adults. Breztri is inhaled through the mouth and into the lungs twice per day every day. The most common side effects are upper respiratory tract infections and pneumonia. Breztri is brand name only and not available as a lower-cost generic.

    Summary for ICS / LAMA / LABA
    Prescription only

    Trelegy Ellipta aerosol powder is a combination inhaler that contains fluticasone (a corticosteroid), umeclidinium (a long-acting muscarinic antagonist), and vilanterol (a long-acting beta agonist). It's used for maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma in adults. Trelegy Ellipta is inhaled through the mouth once per day. Some possible side effects include upper respiratory tract infections, headache, and cough. Trelegy Ellipta is brand name only and not available as a generic medication.

  • Indications of Breztri vs. Trelegy Ellipta

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

  • Pros and Cons of Breztri vs. Trelegy Ellipta

    Pros and Const for ICS / LAMA / LABA
    Pros
    •Lowers the risk of COPD flare-ups
    •Combination of three medications in a single inhaler
    •Can be used with a spacer to make it easier to take a dose
    Cons
    •Need to rinse your mouth after each dose
    •Need to inhale 2 puffs twice daily
    •Doesn't treat sudden worsening symptoms of COPD
    Pros and Const for ICS / LAMA / LABA
    Pros
    •Inhaled once per day
    •Combination of three medications within a single inhaler
    •The Ellipta device 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 after each dose to prevent fungal infections (thrush) in the mouth or throat
    •Not available as a lower-cost generic

  • Common Side Effects of Breztri vs. Trelegy Ellipta

    Common Side Effects for
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (6%)
    •Pneumonia (5%)
    Common Side Effects for

    COPD:

    •Headache (4%)
    •Back pain (4%)
    •Changes in taste (2%)
    •Diarrhea (2%)

    Asthma:

    •Common cold or sore throat (up to 17%)
    •Headache (up to 9%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (up to 7%)
    •Bronchitis (up to 5%)
    •Sinus infection (up to 3%)
    •Back pain (up to 3%)

  • Warnings of Breztri vs. Trelegy Ellipta

    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for asthma, COPD flare ups, or worsening breathing
    •Fungal infection in the mouth
    •Narrowing of your airways (bronchospasm)
    •Allergic reactions
    •Higher risk of infections
    •Changes in stress hormone levels
    •Eye and vision problems
    •Heart problems
    •Low potassium levels in the blood
    •Trouble urinating
    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for asthma, COPD flare ups, or worsening breathing
    •Fungal infection in the mouth
    •Narrowing of your airways (bronchospasm)
    •Allergic reactions
    •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
    •Trouble urinating
    •Low potassium in the blood

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