Anoro Ellipta contains two molecules specifically selected for their long duration of action, enabling once-daily dosing1-8
Anoro Ellipta contains umeclidinium (a LAMA) and vilanterol (a LABA). These molecules work together to promote bronchodilation: the LAMA blocks bronchoconstriction and the LABA stimulates bronchodilation.1
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The LAMA and LABA in Anoro Ellipta work together to promote bronchodilation
LAMA - Umeclidinium
LABA - Vilanterol
Indication: Anoro Ellipta is indicated as a maintenance bronchodilator treatment to relieve symptoms in adult patients with COPD.
Dosing: The recommended (and maximum) dose is one inhalation of ANORO ELLIPTA (UMEC/VI 55/22 micrograms) once daily. The dose should be administered at the same time of the day each day to maintain bronchodilation.
Please refer to the SmPC for further information prior to prescribing.
References
- Anoro Ellipta SmPC 2019, Available at https://www.medicines.ie/medicines/anoro-ellipta-55-micrograms-22-micrograms-inhalation-powder-pre-dispensed-31288/spc
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Adverse events should be reported directly to the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) on their website: www.hpra.ie.
Adverse events should also be reported to GlaxoSmithKline on 1800 244 255.
▼This medicinal product is subject to additional monitoring. This will allow quick identification of new safety information. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions.
Anoro is a registered trademark of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.
PM-IE-UCV-WCNT-210015 January 2024