“I’ve got used to often being short of breath, so I no longer go for my morning walks”
Age: 56 years
FEV1 predicted: 63%
mMRC: 2
GOLD B
Current treatment: As-needed short-acting β2agonist (SABA)
Gabrielle was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) one year ago. Despite taking a SABA, she remains symptomatic.
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Continued breathlessness on exertion is proven to compromise patients’ daily life
- 70%–74% of patients with mild or moderate breathlessness experience limitations in routine activities, such as walking to the shops 1
- COPD may eventually limit patient mobility both inside and outside of the home, and is associated with feelings of panic, anxiety and depression 23
- Around 40% of patients are forced to retire early due to their symptoms 4
Indication
Incruse Ellipta (umeclidinium) is indicated as a maintenance bronchodilator treatment to relieve symptoms in adult patients with COPD. 4
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INCRUSE™ ™ y ELLIPTA™ Instructivo son marcas registradas del grupo de compañías GlaxoSmithKline