Fluticasone / vilanterol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Enyl
• July 6, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I was recently diagnosed with bronchial asthma, and prescribed Breo. My hands and feet got stiff. My breathing worsened so that I was gasping after walking from room to room. I had such severe deep muscle ache in the middle of the night that I found myself getting up and trying to stretch, especially my hip and shoulder joints. I'm not big on homeopathy, but I found an herbal remedy called Ridgecrest ClearLungs. Lots of rave reviews on Amazon. It's been two days since I stopped the Breo. My breathing is much better, and I have less generalized weakness and fatigue. (I thought I might have ALS, that's how awful I felt!) I'm taking the ClearLungs (can't hurt) and have stopped the Breo. Caffeine in coffee works for me."

• Ziwal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 22, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "My breathing has improved; however, I have had voice side effects. I lost my voice and started feeling sick with an upper respiratory illness approximately a week after starting Breo. I thought I was sick until I took a full dose of antibiotic and nothing changed."

• Tina
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 18, 2019

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for COPD, Maintenance "Doctor gave me a sample. Used it 3 days. I do think it helped my breathing but I stopped using it. I had the worst headache ever. And terrible mouth pain. All of my teeth hurt and the entire inside of my mouth. Those problems were so painful that I stopped using it."

• justin
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 20, 2019

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I was born with Asthma and am now 38 years old. Through all the years leading up to 37 I've had every inhaled thing thrown my way with no positive result ending with me using my rescue in haler 2 to 3x daily for years. Breo was introduced to me at 37 years and I'm telling you this works for me!! It was like a miracle. Never in my life would I ever thought I could put down my inhaler for good! Thankful that someone out there found a medicine that works for me."

• Moano
• April 2, 2019

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I'm 38 and was prescribed Breo about 6 mo. ago. At least 2 (probably 3) sinus infections and 2 bouts of Flu (with fever) since I started the Breo 6 months ago. All of these have come with a cough that I never used to have with a cold or flu. I know this because coughing worsened my asthma. I was always grateful to be sick without a cough. Two bouts of losing my voice as well. I can't say for certain it was the Breo that caused this bad Fall/Winter. Maybe all this doctors office time getting my asthma in check was just hard on my immune system? Before the Breo I was a "2 mild colds a year" guy & something has definitely changed. The worst part? After about 4 months of not seeming to work, the last 6 - 8 weeks have been without most asthma symptoms. So it works I think, but is the cure worth the other symptoms? Why treat asthma if you will just come down with Pneumonia?"

• Pat
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 5, 2020

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for COPD "I have been on Breo for 4 years and my breathing improved from the very beginning. I use it only once a day instead of 4 x a day for Symbicort. (I tried 2 or 3 others over the years). The only negative is muscle cramps at night. I take OTC Potassium to counter balance the cramps. The leg cramps were worse with the Symbicort and Albutorol. Breo is tolerable and the best I have found so far."

• Bekkah
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 27, 2018

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I've struggled with asthma since I was a teenager. I would go through my rescue inhalers like candy. I tried Advair and other maintenance inhalers and still always needed my rescue inhaler multiple times a day. My doc sent me to a new pulmonologist and he put me on Breo. For 25 years I've had to use my rescue inhaler every single day. Since starting Breo, I have not had to take it one time, not once! I can breath again! I'm so happy and although I still carry my rescue inhaler "just in case", knowing that something finally worked for me and I'm able to not just breath but take full, deep breaths, I seriously feel like I hit the jack pot with Breo. I'm beyond thankful!"

• Prisc...
• August 22, 2017

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I'm 41 and was diagnosed with Asthma at 12 yo. For as long as I can remember I had to have my rescue inhaler with me at all times, usually needing it 1-2 times daily. After about a month of using Breo I already noticed a huge improvement. As of now, and almost a year of use, I've only used my inhaler 5-6 times TOTAL. It's amazing to feel like I can breathe for the first time in my life! 3 weeks ago I climbed up Mt Fuji in Japan. Something I never ever thought I would be able to do!"

• JannA
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I was diagnosed with allergy induced asthma last year after suffering for many years.Was prescribe Breo Ellipta which worked almost instantly and totally resolved my symptoms. I was ecstatic as it was an absolute miracle drug and all my coughing and tight chest issues were gone! The very unfortunate downside was that I started with severe headaches which literally crippled me. I went off the Breo and the severe headaches stopped, but chesty issues have returned. GP has now put me onto Symbicort to see how that goes. Im so upset that the Breo didn't work out for me as it is truly effective. Would highly recommend it (and hopefully no headaches for you)"

• Hamst...
• April 3, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "24 years old, lifetime asthmatic, I was on seretide purple puffer but I was switched to breo 3 weeks ago. I barely ever use my inhaler and it feels like my asthma is gone with no side effects. I highly recommend giving this a shot."

• Kirsch
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 24, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "As a National board certified Respiratory therapist and Asthma Educator and having been diagnosed with moderate to severe asthma, I have been using a variety of medications to control my symptoms however, nothing worked for many years. My last prescribed medications were Daliresp* and Symbacort. I have been on them for several years to no control of symptoms. I read about Breo* and asked my Dr. to let me try a sample. After just one week, I finally had relief. After using Breo* for over 4 months now, I can say that this medication is a real miracle to me. I teach COPD and Asthma education to my patients and highly suggest for them to talk with their Dr. about Breo* As of the 4 month mark, I haven't even needed my rescue inhalers once."

• The...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 4, 2017

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I have suffered from asthma for over 20 years, almost died twice. I have been on all types of inhalers yet nothing seemed to work. I finally was put on Dulera which was better than other inhalers I have experienced but it was too expensive. So I saw the commercial about Breo and told my Doctor about it. My Doctor checked the ingredients and found they were similar. So I have been on Breo for about 9 months now and I finally see what it is to not have asthma. I have not had any Astoma attacks since being on the medication. On top of that, I have seasonal asthma and I have not had any flares ups either. This inhaler saved my life and I have had not had any side effects! Truly Amazing!! The best out there!"

• Saund...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 19, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I am a 48 year old women who has had Asthma my whole life. I have been on Symbicort and Advair but still had to use my rescue inhaler several times on a daily basis. I started Breo Ellipta in October of last year, and have only had to use my rescue inhaler once, and that was the day after I started Breo. I absolutely love it, no more use of a rescue inhaler or nebulizer, and most important no side effects. We have horses and every time I would go out there with them it would make my Asthma flare up. I can now go out and spend the whole day right beside them with no problem. My doctor said this is the best he has ever heard my lungs sound. I would highly recommend it."

• Brieg...
• February 8, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I have been using Advare for 10 years & my doctor decided to switch me up. I have been feeling weak, having headaches, dizzy & like my vision is not tracking with my eyes. Also I have been EXTREMELY sensitive to light ever since I started taking this. Called my Dr today & begged them to put me back on Advare."

• TexasDe
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2017

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I was put on two meds at the same time, so I had a difficult time deciding which drug was messing with me. ie -- inflammation so bad that it created facial hot break outs on my face, lips. I experienced increase in heart rate and shakes. I went off Breo on the 5th of June and stayed on my other drug for diabetics.. Everything settled down and my normal self returned. This morning I decide to reintroduce my Breo to find it definitely is the culprit. Immediate hot flashes, shakes and increased heart rate. I love how it works, but hate what it does for me. Please take time to truly decipher which drug it is if you're on multiples."

• Tired...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 4, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "Been on this inhaler for a month and a half. I'm on ventolin as well. I have experienced stabbing chest pains in my heart but at the moment I was also on Prednisone 20mg 3x a day, so I stopped the breo for a couple days and the chest pains stopped. It was too much steroids in my system. I had boils on my lips, acne on face, rash on legs, breast, sore tongue, muscle cramps and now worst of all neck pain so awefull it hurts while sleeping. The good news is that it did help with my asthma. With one dose my lungs immediately open up. I only needed it every two days. The pain in neck feels like whiplash, don't think I'm going to continue using it. The pain is too unbearable."

• msian
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2022

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "Was put on Breo while pregnant as my asthma had flared up enough to warrant additional medication other than the rescue inhaler. Stopped cold turkey after I gave birth and it seemed like my asthma calmed down. A job change and some allergies later I had to go back on. Wasn't paying much attention to the side effects when I was pregnant because I chalked it all up to the pregnancy. But, after reading these comments it all makes sense now. It has helped my breathing tremendously, absolutely. But my overall health has gone downhill. I would get days when I felt like my vision didn't track with my eyes (does not even make sense but that's certainly what it feels like). Anxiety was crippling. Got boils on my face, butt, ears - it was insane. Restless legs at night. Insomnia initially but then turned into extreme fatigue and muscle/bone pain. I have herniated discs in my neck/back which I have always managed with chiropractic care and yoga but suddenly none of those work anymore."

• coach...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "For the past 12 months I have had one bout of sinusitis after another then got influenza. I literally could not leave the house more than once a day for less than an hour without becoming totally fatigued. My GP did not know what to do but finally suggested BREO. I hesitantly agreed then quickly became a supporter of this inhaler. My energy level returned to normal despite marginally improved pulmonary functions. This is my 4th month on BREO, and I have isolated a few side effects: hoarseness & mouth tenderness (both despite rinsing immediately after taking the med) and worsening of GI symptoms. Like others, I am using the coupon from the mfg, or this drug would be too expensive for me. I have a few months to consider next steps."

• Holly...
• April 10, 2017

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I have tried everything to breathe I can not believe how much better my breathing improves I could exercise and do normal jogging and play with my kids Thank you for caring for those of us who struggle with this"

• Breat...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 29, 2019

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "I've had asthma and allergies since I was 8 years old. I was given a sample of Breo 100/25 by an allergist back in fall of 2017. From the first day of use, I didn't have to rely on my rescue inhaler for the first time since age 8. Now, when the weather is bad - high pollution days or right before it rains, I might need my ventolin inhaler, but it is so infrequent, I haven't refilled my prescription in ages, and before the Breo I used to use one inhaler per month minimum. The biggest issue I've had is weight gain around my mid-section and I've gotten shorter. DEXA scan verified that my disk spaces have narrowed, but so far my bones are healthy. I was 5'9" when I began the medication and am now 5'7 1/2". I go to the gym 3 days a week and alternate between cardio and strength training, and cannot lose the weight. But at this point in my life, breathing without an inhaler in my pocket 24/7 is better than a little extra weight."

• Ill...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 6, 2019

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for COPD, Maintenance "My pulmonologist prescribed Breo Ellipta for a lung infection so despite the chain of side-affects I did the one month course. It did alleviate the issues I was having along with a course of other steroids but going forward, No Thank You. I use my nebulizer something else which I should have reverted to in the first place and it works much better"

• great...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for COPD, Maintenance "my doctor change albuterol to breo ellipta 200/25 i used 6 months. It help but it design for that, i have lot side defect, blood pressure go up from 145/155 to 165 then gain weight from 180 pounds to 190 pounds + start getting boils left and right usually between 4 to 6 weeks on my face 6 times and on my but 4 times .I do not recomended this medication is very expensive then i stop used 2 weeks and i will like proof my doctor those boils is becouse i used thic medicine ,according to my doctor it's not from breo ellipta"

• Jeremy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2018

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "My experiences with BREO elipta 200/25 have been really really good. Was skeptical at first because it was a free sample given to me by my doctor to try first so I guess they are getting kick backs from BREO, but all in all it worked out great. From really wheezy most mornings to now practically nothing at all and breathing normally, actually breathing better than I have ever before. I didn't realise how restricted my breathing really was until I used it. You do have to wash your mouth out and gargle water straight after use though. I seem to be one of the lucky ones too with no associated symptoms at all. Day and night difference for me and worked immediately."

• C M D
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2016

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "Ive had asthma since I was 5 and now I'm 42. I've always only used rescue inhalers for most of it and since I've taken this 1x a day I rarely ever use my inhaler and I'm never short of breath. It's apparent that this is not for everyone as I've read some reviews. I have been taking it for 3 months and have never had any side effects. I'm a fan.....actually was given a free 12 month prescription for this and that alone saved me $50-100 a month I'm guessing!"

• Jono
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2020

Breo Ellipta (fluticasone / vilanterol) for Asthma "Breo Ellipta was the miracle asthma preventer at first couldn’t believe it then became less effective in a very short time left me feeling extremely bloated and I started to put a bit of weight on around my stomach and I have been working out every day for years I’ve now chucked my Breo away and will never use it ever again I’ve also noticed other side effects with my vision since taking it DON'T use Breo"