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Compare Yupelri vs. Atrovent HFA

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  • Yupelri (revefenacin)
    Atrovent hfa (ipratropium)
  • Yupelri (revefenacin)
    Atrovent hfa (ipratropium)

  • Summary of Yupelri vs. Atrovent HFA

    Summary for LAMA
    Prescription only

    Yupelri (revefenacin) is an inhalation solution that's used to treat adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It belongs to the drug class called long-acting muscarinic antagonists, or LAMAs. Yupelri (revefenacin) is inhaled through the mouth once a day using a nebulizer machine. Some possible side effects include headache and cough. Yupelri (revefenacin) is a brand-name medication; there's currently no generic version available.

    Summary for SAMA
    Prescription only

    Atrovent HFA (ipratropium) is a short-acting inhaled anticholinergic medication used to help with difficulty breathing in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This medication comes in an inhaler. Typically, you breathe in 2 inhalations, 4 times a day. You should use Atrovent HFA (ipratropium) regularly every day in order it for it to keep your COPD symptoms under control. It's not meant to be used as a rescue inhaler.

  • Indications of Yupelri vs. Atrovent HFA

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

  • Pros and Cons of Yupelri vs. Atrovent HFA

    Pros and Const for LAMA
    Pros
    •Only taken once a day
    •Works quickly (within 5 minutes) and lasts the whole day
    •Easy to breathe in; there isn't as much timing and technique needed like for COPD inhalers
    Cons
    •Must set up the nebulizer machine before each dose
    •Takes about 8 minutes to take a full dose
    •Not a good option for people with liver damage because of higher risk of side effects
    Pros and Const for SAMA
    Pros
    •Works well as a maintenance treatment for COPD
    •Small inhaler, so easy to take with you, compared to the nebulized ipratropium
    •Not many interactions with other medications
    Cons
    •Need to use 2 puffs (inhalations) every 4 hours
    •Not a rescue inhaler
    •It's not completely clear how safe it is for pregnant or breastfeeding females

  • Common Side Effects of Yupelri vs. Atrovent HFA

    Common Side Effects for
    •Cough (4%)
    •Symptoms of a common cold (4%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (4%)
    •Headache (4%)
    •Back pain (2%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Cough and other symptoms of bronchitis (10-23%)
    •Worsened COPD symptoms (8-23%)
    •Trouble breathing (7-8%)
    •Tiredness, chills, and other flu-like symptoms (4-8%)
    •Headache (6-7%)
    •Back pain (2-7%)

  • Warnings of Yupelri vs. Atrovent HFA

    Common Side Effects for
    •Sudden trouble breathing
    •Eye problems
    •Problems with urination
    •Allergic reactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic reactions
    •Narrowing of your airways (bronchospasm)
    •Risk of eye and vision problems
    •Trouble urinating

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