Breo Ellipta User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Mer...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2019

For COPD "It has not worked for me. Blurred vision, lethargy, sore throat, vocal changes (hoarseness), tremor, difficulty in concentration are amongst the side effects experienced. Further, a persistent chest infection, which may be related to using Stelara for Crohn's disease, may have had some influence on the outcome. I'll get by with Atrovent!"

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

For Asthma "I am a 48-year-old woman 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 importantly, 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."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2016

For Asthma "I was diagnosed with allergy-induced asthma last year after suffering for many years. Was prescribed 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. My GP has now put me onto Symbicort to see how that goes. I'm 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)."

• Bab...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 9, 2018

For Asthma "Referred to a lung specialist after a flu gave me a bad cough for over 5 months. Diagnosed with asthma. Received a sample of Breo 100. It definitely helped with the overabundance of mucus. But after a week, developed insomnia, just couldn't stay asleep. Felt that irritable, nervous feeling. I've decided to stop using the inhaler, now to wait for a good night's sleep."

• jus...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 20, 2019

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 inhaler 2 to 3 times 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 have ever thought I could put down my inhaler for good! Thankful that someone out there found a medicine that works for me."

• Bek...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 27, 2018

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 breathe 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 breathe but take full, deep breaths, I seriously feel like I hit the jackpot with Breo. I'm beyond thankful!"

• Eny...
• July 6, 2016

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."

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

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 asthma attacks since being on the medication. On top of that, I have seasonal asthma, and I have not had any flare-ups either. This inhaler saved my life, and I have not had any side effects! Truly amazing! The best out there!"

• Tex...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2017

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. i.e., inflammation so bad that it created facial hot breakouts on my face and lips. I experienced an increase in heart rate and shakes. I went off Breo on the 5th of June and stayed on my other drug for diabetes. Everything settled down, and my normal self returned. This morning, I decided 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."

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

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 20 mg 3x a day, so I stopped the Breo for a couple of days and the chest pains stopped. It was too much steroids in my system. I had boils on my lips, acne on my face, a rash on my legs, breast, sore tongue, muscle cramps, and now, worst of all, neck pain so awful 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 my neck feels like whiplash, I don't think I'm going to continue using it. The pain is too unbearable."

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

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 times 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 counterbalance the cramps. The leg cramps were worse with the Symbicort and Albuterol. Breo is tolerable and the best I have found so far."

• Moa...
• April 2, 2019

For Asthma "I'm 38 and was prescribed Breo about 6 months 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 doctor’s 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, and something has definitely changed. The worst part? After about 4 months of not seeming to work, the last 6 to 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?"

• Bri...
• February 8, 2016

For Asthma "I have been using Advair for 10 years, and my doctor decided to switch me up. I have been feeling weak, having headaches, dizzy, and 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 doctor today and begged them to put me back on Advair."

• Ash...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2023

For COPD, Maintenance "My mom used Breo as a COPD maintenance medication. It is a horrible medication! The side effects outweigh the benefits. My mom used Breo for two months. The following is what she experienced: horrible panic attacks, extreme confusion, brain fog, hot flashes, neck pain, joint pain, headaches, tachycardia, fidgeting, repetitive movement, crying spells, A1C 6.4, frequent urination, stomach cramps, throat swelling, coughing, runny nose, shortness of breath, and she was always cold. I took her to the ER, and all test results (EKG, lab work, and CT scan) were negative. The reviews on this site helped me to narrow it down to the Breo inhaler. Breo was the only medication she took daily. The side effects developed after 8 weeks of usage. It wasn't gradual, it was abrupt. I notified her pulmonologist, and he switched her to Breztri. It has been 3 days since she used Breo, and I am praying that she returns to her normal self. There should be a support group for Breo users. It's that bad!"

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

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 and 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."

• Kir...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 24, 2016

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 Symbicort. I have been on them for several years with no control of symptoms. I read about Breo* and asked my doctor 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 doctor about Breo*. As of the 4-month mark, I haven't even needed my rescue inhalers once."

• Hol...
• April 10, 2017

For Asthma "I have tried everything to breathe. I cannot believe how much better my breathing improves. I could exercise, do normal jogging, and play with my kids. Thank you for caring for those of us who struggle with this."

• Pat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 23, 2019

For COPD, Maintenance "I am a 57-year-old woman with very early COPD due to smoking for 30 years. I have been on Breo for 3 months, and it has worked great for me! No shortness of breath while walking like before. I have had leg pain, but it could be from the statin I'm taking. I would say the benefits I've received from this drug far outweigh the slight side effects I've experienced."

• msi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2022

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."

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

For Asthma "I've 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 once 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!"

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

For COPD, Maintenance "My doctor changed albuterol to Breo Ellipta 200/25. I used it for 6 months. It helped, but it was designed for that. I have a lot of side effects, blood pressure went up from 145/155 to 165, then gained weight from 180 pounds to 190 pounds. I started getting boils left and right, usually between 4 to 6 weeks, on my face 6 times and on my butt 4 times. I do not recommend this medication, it is very expensive. Then I stopped using it for 2 weeks, and I would like to prove to my doctor that those boils are because I used this medicine. According to my doctor, it's not from Breo Ellipta."

• Jer...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2018

For Asthma "My experiences with BREO Ellipta 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 kickbacks 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 realize 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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 31, 2017

For Asthma "I have been suffering from asthma from the age of about 10. I have been using Symbicort for the last 10 years but have had no proper relief. I have to say this is just a miracle for me and my asthma. I have been on it for about a month and a half, and after struggling with my asthma for almost 25 years, I think I've finally reached a point where I almost feel secure with leaving inhalers at home (although I typically don't). I have not had one attack since I've started this medication! It worked for me."

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

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 midsection, and I've gotten shorter. A 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

For COPD, Maintenance "My pulmonologist prescribed Breo Ellipta for a lung infection, so despite the chain of side effects, 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 for something else, which I should have reverted to in the first place, and it works much better."