Fluticasone / umeclidinium / vilanterol for COPD User Reviews (Page 4)

• Rus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 26, 2023

"I have level 4 COPD and have been using my albuterol inhaler about 10 times a day for my breathing issues, which I know is way too much. I have been on Trelegy for one month and have not used my albuterol inhaler no more than 5 times total. I am very, very grateful for Trelegy and wish I had started taking it sooner, but because of the price, I was unable to afford it. But since I just turned 65, I am able to afford it. No side effects for me, and I do have heart disease."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2021

"Had a 2-week trial usage of Trelegy and was going great for the 1st week. Used every morning, breathing really improved, but during the 2nd week, I got recurrent, very bad sore (at night only) throat even though I thoroughly rinsed afterward and brushed, hoarseness with a deep cough to clear airway, became very nasally like I was catching a cold during the early part of the days after getting out of bed, headaches, and also at night, very bright halo around images on TV which hurt my eyes trying to focus. Will not continue using."

• Chi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 11, 2023

"I have asthma and COPD and scared to leave the house due to my breathing. I have taken every medication prescribed to me, and last week, my doctor prescribed Trelegy. So, I tried it, and from day one, I have not used my inhaler or nebulizer. I have had no breathing issues in 5 days, and I am able to leave my home without worries."

• Eli...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 18, 2024

"I have been using Trelegy Ellipta for approximately 8 months. I suffer from pain in my legs and cramps that reduced a lot when I started to rinse my mouth after application. I read that it is very important. I don't use oxygen hardly ever. Lungs respond relatively well."

• its...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 26, 2024

"Started taking it one month now. Breathing much easier, use my rescue inhaler much less. My doctor put me on it after my 3rd episode of COPD with pneumonia in less than a year, and my breathing got worse after Covid. Negatives: body aches, flu-like symptoms, and fatigue I'm experiencing, and a cough that won't go away. Trade-off? Will give it another month when I go back for my follow-up. I do like breathing better."

• GKa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 25, 2023

"It works better than anything else, but is way too expensive, and my insurance will not cover it. I'm on Medicare and Braven Medicare Choice. This is not a matter of choice, I just simply cannot afford it."

• Pea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2023

"My breathing is much better. I don't need albuterol now. I was using albuterol multiple times a day. Side effects of Trelegy have been: hyperalertness, elevated mood, insomnia, increased appetite. I have to have more than 24-36 hours between doses. I am experimenting with a good schedule. Easy to use, similar to other inhalers. I don't know if my doctor will keep me on this drug. I have adverse reactions to many medications."

• Jil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2022

"I was given Trelegy by my doctor for my COPD. I had a bad breathing episode the other night, so I used Trelegy several times. This was probably a mistake. I have been off of it for about 4 days, but the side effects have been awful. I have very bad back pain and can hardly stand up straight. I am waiting for the meds to get out of my system. I am in a great deal of pain and using ice packs as well as heat. Everything is an effort to do. I will never take this drug again, though it cost me a lot of money. Ventolin and advice are better."

• Bre...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 6, 2022

"When I first started using Trelegy, I felt great that my lungs were opened up. I wasn't doing it daily, I ended up in the hospital with an upper respiratory infection, so I stopped taking it for a while. Well, when I started back on it, it's not as worthy as it was, but now I'm experiencing bladder problems. So I've got to stop taking it again. I know there is a God that will help me. Good luck, everyone."

• Ant...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2024

"The drug is very effective at opening up my airways and making me feel more energetic/less tired. I have been taking it for 21 days so far. The big downside is that the drug tastes (to me) like a Klingon's armpit. Extremely sharp bitter taste. Gargling and rinsing are effective but still leave a slight taste. My voice has changed - more hoarse and occasionally briefly (1 or 2 words) stops working. Not happy about this, but I balance that against being more active rather than tired and slothful, so I will live with that until I can find something better. I also have a slightly sore throat. I am going for extensive lung function testing in about 2 months so will see if there are other options."

• Ela...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2023

"My doctor has given me free samples. I have never felt better. I am a senior citizen and unfortunately, I cannot afford this medication so I guess I will have to just gasp for breath the rest of my days."

• Kar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 27, 2024

"It makes congestion. It causes cough when I inhale it. I think it makes more phlegm in the throat. It causes headaches. It does help with my breathing daily. Very useful in regard to taking just once a day, that's great. My concern is inhaling too much in a dose."

• Joh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 11, 2023

"Been trying to get the VA to authorize Trelegy for me. My pulmonologist gave me two 14-day samples, and I couldn't believe the relief in breathing it provided for me. The doctor wrote a prescription for me to take to Walmart, but the price was $799.00, which I couldn't afford. I requested that my prescription be sent to the VA, but they want me to take a cheaper medication that cannot provide me with the same relief as Trelegy. I am fighting with the VA. I have two doctors, one is a VA doctor and the other is a community one trying to help the VA to authorize it. I pray and hope they will comply with the doctors' orders. I rate Trelegy a 111%."

• Tau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2024

"I was put on it in the hospital while being treated for an acute COPD flare-up. I have also had asthma most of my life. It seems to help a lot with only one dose a day for me. Downside is it's really expensive and my insurance didn't want to cover it right away, I guess because it's so new. Possible side effects for me were dry mouth and feeling a little amped up. I attribute the speedy effects to getting used to a new bronchodilator... which generally has stimulant effects. It seems to bother me less as I get used to it. In all, it's been a major help in getting my air back."

• Zoo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2024

"I tried sample doses provided by the doctor for 4 weeks but ended up stopping. I also have an autoimmune disease, and I felt worse on Trelegy, even though my breathing was better. I went back to my non-steroidal inhaler."

• dra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2024

"I have noticed an immediate improvement with my breathing even at night, but I do have other side effects I hope go away soon. As of today (3/11/2024), I've only been taking it for about 5 days. Side effects are: gastrointestinal upset, headache, general unwell feeling as though I'm getting sick. Hopefully, these go away after a week or so. Generally, I'm pleased with the effectiveness of this medication."

• Rus...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 20, 2023

"Update: I have stage 4 emphysema and heart disease and have been using Trelegy for 6 months now. Best inhaler ever! It has done wonders. I haven’t had to use my rescue inhaler very much. And I get to play soccer with my grandkids. (Granted not for very long without a rest.) But has drastically changed my life. Thank you to the makers of Trelegy for I am forever grateful. Now if you can only do something about the price! Give Trelegy a try, it changed my life and maybe yours too?"

• tim...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 27, 2023

"Have had good reliable results so far. Well over one year of use. My cardiologist has adjusted my dosages of my heart medications and I have had good results so far. I do have CHF but last tests have shown an improvement in heart function."

• D D...
• November 13, 2021

"I've used Trelegy for about a year. My lungs are in bad shape. I never did see any difference from Advair, Symbicort, and Trelegy. They all have some side effects, but this last year I noticed my teeth falling apart. The teeth would come apart by separating at the gum line and leaving a small part of the tooth sticking up. I stopped using it about 2 months ago when I figured it was the Trelegy doing the damage. I need all new teeth, which will cost way more than I can afford."

• Tin...
• December 9, 2021

"My pulmonologist gave me samples of Trelegy to see if I’d do better. I have been on their website and requested information on their free requirements. Response has been silence. Not once have they reached out to provide information. Shows that the profit margin is their preferred mode of operation."

• Fre...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 19, 2023

"I was prescribed this product by my pulmonologist after trying several different 'solutions.' I'm sure she explained fully what the purpose was, but I didn't pay attention. Reading this article mirrors the results I've gotten thus far. My cough volume and intensity has lessened significantly. My breathing is much better. I'm concerned that one component is a steroid and that this is a long-term-use product. We'll see."

• No...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 30, 2021

"When I had first started this med (Trelegy 100/62.5/25), I was unimpressed. Put it down, tried another, and I was worse off. I went back to this med, and along with a handful of other meds, it's kept me out of the hospital (exacerbations). Keep your mouth washed out after using inhaled steroids, and all should be good. The price needs to come down so I and other COPD sufferers can afford a life while these overpriced meds keep us alive."

• Bud...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2021

"Didn't get COPD till I was 90! Dr. gave me samples of Trelegy. Very helpful with breathing, but after 1 week use I developed hives all over trunk, upper legs, and upper arms. Dr. gave me samples of Breztri. So far, good medicine."

• Med...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 29, 2023

"I have suffered with COPD and emphysema since 2020, and had been hospitalized after an exacerbation attack in 2021. At the time, I was using an inhaler and could not breathe deeply without violent coughing spasms. However, upon my release from the hospital, I was prescribed Trelegy, and within 45 minutes after inhaling the first dose, I literally felt a lessening of tightness in my chest, and I could finally take a deep breath. Two years later, I still feel less tension in my lungs, I cough up less sputum, and am comfortable sleeping at night. The Trelegy inhaler is extremely easy to use and counts down from 30 after each use. I am thankful beyond description for this product!"

• Sue...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 18, 2023

"I have developed a vaginal itch. It had become very annoying and had to take Benadryl. This started a couple of weeks ago, but I have been on this inhaler for about 4 months. Other than that, it has worked very well."