Anoro Ellipta® (umeclidinium/vilanterol) Dry Powder Inhaler for COPD

What Anoro Ellipta® Is and How It Works

Anoro Ellipta® is a dry powder maintenance inhaler for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It combines two bronchodilators: umeclidinium, a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA), and vilanterol, a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA). The Anoro Ellipta Inhaler delivers one dose once daily. It is not a rescue inhaler and is not approved for asthma.

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The usual strength is umeclidinium 62.5 micrograms and vilanterol 25 micrograms per inhalation (anoro 62.5 mcg 25 mcg). This combination relaxes airway smooth muscle through two complementary pathways, helping you breathe easier throughout the day. The device contains lactose and may include milk proteins.

Primary use: long‑term maintenance of airflow obstruction in COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It is not indicated for relief of acute bronchospasm. If symptoms flare, a short‑acting rescue inhaler is normally used.

Dosage and Usage

Standard dosing: one inhalation once daily at the same time each day. Do not use more than one dose in 24 hours. Follow your prescriber’s directions for the exact plan and any changes.

• Anoro Ellipta instructions: Slide the cover down until it clicks to load a dose.
• Exhale fully away from the mouthpiece. Do not exhale into the inhaler.
• Place the mouthpiece between your lips and form a tight seal.
• Inhale with a long, steady, deep breath. Do not block the air vents.
• Remove the inhaler and hold your breath for 3–4 seconds, then breathe out slowly.
• Close the cover. The counter will decrease by one.

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• Missed dose: If you miss a dose, take it when remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take two doses in a day.
• Storage and travel:
  • Keep sealed in the tray until first use. Write the opening date on the label.
  • Discard 6 weeks after opening the tray or when the counter reads “0,” whichever comes first.
  • Store at room temperature (under 30°C), dry place, with the cover closed.
  • Keep the device clean and dry. Do not wash or take it apart.
  • When traveling, carry it in your hand luggage and keep it protected from humidity.

Benefits and Savings

Anoro Ellipta® delivers dual bronchodilation in a single daily inhalation. Many people see improved lung function, less breathlessness, and better exercise tolerance. Once‑daily dosing supports adherence. The counter helps track doses, and the dry powder inhaler is simple to load and inhale.

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Side Effects and Safety

• Common: sore throat, cough, headache, sinus or throat irritation, dry mouth, constipation, musculoskeletal pain.
• Occasional: palpitations, tremor, nervousness, taste changes, nausea.
• Serious, seek care: paradoxical bronchospasm (worse breathing right after use), chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, trouble breathing), new or worsening narrow‑angle glaucoma (eye pain, blurred vision), or urinary retention (trouble urinating, lower abdominal pain).

Allergy to milk proteins or severe hypersensitivity to umeclidinium or vilanterol are contraindications. Do not use for sudden breathing problems. Using additional long‑acting anticholinergics or LABAs at the same time may increase side effects. Some drugs can interact, including strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, and beta‑blockers. Review your full medication list with your prescriber or pharmacist.

Onset Time

Relief often begins within 15 minutes of the first dose. Lung function improvements build over the first week with daily use. Anoro Ellipta® is designed for maintenance control, so keep using it each day as prescribed even when you feel well.

Compare With Alternatives

Dual‑bronchodilator options for COPD include other LAMA/LABA combinations. Some people may move to triple therapy if exacerbations continue. Trelegy Ellipta (LAMA/LABA/ICS) adds an inhaled corticosteroid for those with frequent flares or an eosinophilic phenotype; it increases steroid exposure and may not fit every patient.

A rescue option like Ventolin® (albuterol) treats sudden symptoms but does not replace maintenance therapy. For patients with severe chronic bronchitis and repeated exacerbations despite bronchodilators, the oral PDE4 inhibitor Daxas® (roflumilast) may be considered under prescriber guidance. Each alternative has different benefits and risks.

Combination Therapy

Anoro Ellipta® is often used alone as maintenance therapy. A short‑acting bronchodilator can be used as needed for quick relief. Avoid using other long‑acting anticholinergics or LABAs with Anoro Ellipta® to prevent duplication.

Some patients may add an inhaled corticosteroid for exacerbation reduction. Others may qualify for roflumilast or macrolide prophylaxis based on history. Selection depends on symptoms, exacerbation frequency, and risk profile.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Anoro Ellipta® is used for COPD maintenance and is not indicated for asthma. It is not for pediatric use. Caution is advised in people with cardiovascular disease, hyperthyroidism, seizures, narrow‑angle glaucoma, prostate enlargement, or urinary retention. If you have questions about fit, a pharmacist can discuss your medication history.

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Explore more on COPD care in our condition pages for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Bronchitis. You can also read our article Treatment And Medications For Acute And Chronic Bronchitis And Copd for practical tips.

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Authoritative Sources

See the GSK Anoro Ellipta Product Website for device and dosing details.

Review the FDA Prescribing Information for Anoro Ellipta for full safety information.

Check the Health Canada Drug Product Database: Anoro Ellipta for Canadian product listings.

You can order online from YouDrugstore with support from our team. Our pharmacists review prescriptions before dispensing. We offer prompt, express, cold-chain shipping to the US when needed for temperature‑sensitive items.

This content is for general information. It does not replace the advice of your own health professional. Always follow your prescriber’s directions and your product leaflet. Seek urgent care if breathing suddenly worsens or if you think you are having a serious reaction.