Trelegy Ellipta for COPD User Reviews (Page 2)

• Dor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2018

"I found Trelegy Ellipta to be amazing. I have tried all of the inhalers, none of them worked. The doctor gave me a sample, and within two days, I can breathe 100% better. Didn’t get winded walking or climbing stairs. A fantastic drug. The only thing that bothers me is I always seem to get a sore on my tongue from inhaling it, even though I do rinse out after every inhalation. But it’s still great."

• MSm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2019

"Trelegy is absolutely amazing! From day one, I have had such great improvement in my breathing. The problems I had are reduced so much. I hardly use my inhaler. Wheezing and mucus are barely there. Shortness of breath is greatly reduced. Sleeping is so much better too. I am very happy with Trelegy."

• Pac...
• February 8, 2018

"It is working well for my mother, but on Medicare and even with a supplemental insurance (which doesn't cover), the cost is over $600 in our area. It is outrageous that this is happening to our Senior Citizens. Same thing with Daliresp! Not covered and cost $300+ a month! So, the doctor puts her on both of these and now, since he did provide samples for a year, she can't afford either! What are we supposed to do! She has supplemental insurance and because of that, would not qualify for companies to help! Frustration 100% with both drugs!"

• Ron...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2019

"I was on Symbicort and Pro-Air for at least seven years. Four days ago, I started using Trelegy. I find the results to be confusing. I now don't feel like I'm getting out of breath, and I'm not having to use my Pro-Air inhaler much at all. However, my O2 stats have taken a nosedive. They were running between 93 to 96 and at times would hit 97 for a very short period of time. Since using Trelegy, they have dropped as low as 86 and are usually between 90 to 93. I don't understand this, and I will probably follow up with my doctor."

• Spo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2021

"I tried Trelegy, and after only 4 days, I was very ill. Weak lower chest had a burning feeling off and on - very painful. Breathing worsened. I have COPD. Stopped using Trelegy, and after only 2 days, felt pretty good. Tried using it again yesterday a.m. and then again this morning. Pain in lower chest again about 2 hours or so this a.m. Breathing was somewhat labored. My normal resting pulse is approximately 62. This morning and for most of the day, it was between 88 and 102 when I was doing basically nothing. Horrible headache. Very weak for several hours and just kind of scared. Will NEVER use this medication again - NEVER. Went back to using it again as described above to be fairly sure my negative symptoms were being caused by Trelegy usage. It was and is."

• Gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 7, 2018

"The doctor gave me a sample of this on Wednesday. I used it once in his office. An hour later, the headache started, then the pain all over my body and a bad cough. After that, the chills started, and for the next 2 days, I was too weak and sleepy to get out of bed. The symptoms are slowly getting better, and I am still feeling them today. It's Saturday, hopefully, it will completely go away soon. The first 36 hours after using it, I wasn't sure if I would live or die. Only used it the one time."

• Mik...
• July 18, 2020

"I have COPD and was on Symbicort from 2013 to 2018 and then on Trelegy. On the Symbicort turbo haler, I needed to get up after 6 hours of sleep and have a morning puff. Now 72 years old, I found Trelegy enabled me to sleep in (I'm retired, and that's something I hadn't done in years), so remarkable improvement and no admissions in 2 years. 2020, no FEV1 38, PEF 58!"

• Mik...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 26, 2019

"I have severe COPD and had been on Relvar and Incruse for almost three years, and the two inhalers certainly worked better for me than Spiriva. A month ago, I switched to Trelegy Ellipta, which I gather combines Relvar and Incruse. Since switching from Spiriva, I have suffered far fewer flare-ups (two a year on average rather than eight or nine), and the Trelegy Ellipta has made no difference, so I’m happy to keep on using it. So far, I have suffered no side effects at all."

• Mav...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 21, 2021

"I've been using Trelegy approximately 2 years. I have no way to determine if this medicine is working. I take Trelegy at the same time every morning, may experience some relief for a few hours, however, as my day progresses and I attempt to be more active with normal daily activities, I have no relief, none. I even struggle to get dressed. I constantly have to rely on my rescue inhaler several times a day in order to function, even for minor activities."

• Chr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2019

"Began using Trelegy a month ago. Within a week, I noticed a difference in my breathing - no longer shortness of breath when going up and down stairs. Used to have to use my emergency inhaler 2-3 times a day - that immediately changed - have only needed it a few times a week, if that. I've been on oxygen 24/7 for the past 2 years, recently, I haven’t needed it at rest since my O2 stats are now over 90. Have had a few side effects such as headaches and a raspy voice, however, I can deal with them - very happy to be experiencing results! Only $10 for 12 months co-pay with a coupon on their site!"

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

"I have given Trelegy Ellipta a good try over the past two months, and I have made an appointment to see the doctor about going back to a different medicine. My side effects are backache, emotional mood swings, earache, constipation, but not sure if I can put constipation down to the Trelegy."

• mil...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 26, 2018

"I wanted to try Trelegy Ellipta after 2 years of Anoro. I got a 4-week sample from my doctor. My first few days of using it, I felt I had better breathing, but after 3 weeks of use, it lost its effectiveness. The biggest problem I have had with this inhaler is nearly constant moderate hoarseness and laryngitis. I can't take it anymore because my job requires speaking. I thought it would be a temporary side effect, but now I will return to the Anoro. Very disappointed."

• win...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 15, 2021

"After taking Trelegy for two weeks, there was no noticeable improvement in breathing. After week three, I woke up with a very sore throat, hard to breathe, could not talk, I had lost my voice, totally got into a fit of coughing so bad I thought I was going to hurt myself, as I was throwing up and couldn't clear my throat. I almost called for an ambulance to go to the ER. Very bad experience, will never take again and do not recommend!!"

• Goo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 10, 2020

"I posted on here originally on March 1st, today is the tenth, and I have stopped using Trelegy and went back on my old inhalers. On Trelegy, I had a heaviness in trying to breathe, and developed a soft but nagging cough... I wish it would have worked, much easier to manage than 3 inhalers......"

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 20, 2019

"Working! Using rescue inhaler a few times a week, otherwise, definite improvement! Works better if you don’t smoke. I think so, I quit that. No longer need nebulizer either. No hospitalization in 5 months. I’m excited! Was having joint pain, but that has improved. I tell everyone don’t smoke anything! Lungs go bad, then life is much tougher!"

• Spe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2018

"My doctor gave me samples about a month ago. To say that I am pleased is a gross understatement. Hands down, the best COPD medication I have ever taken! And, I've taken a ton of them. My doctor later told me that I was her test subject!"

• Zim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2018

"I have had a diagnosis of emphysema for 1 year. My condition has become progressively worse over this time. I was using a Ventolin inhaler every four hours, night and day, for approximately 3 months. I was given the Trelegy Ellipta three weeks ago. The transformation in my breathing and overall health has been remarkable. I can only hope that the benefits persist, and any side effects (I have high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes) are minimal. The only reason I rated a 9 rather than a 10 is due to worries with side effects."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2021

"I have been on Trelegy almost 3 months. I am so achy, tired, and just worn out. Not to mention the cough. I will be calling my doctor to discontinue. I gave it a good try. I can’t say it was any better than Advair and Tudorza, as my breathing is the same. I will go back to twice-a-day inhalers if need be. With the copay from the manufacturer, I had zero cost to me."

• Boo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 16, 2021

"The first while I took Trelegy, I noticed an improvement in breathing. Then, for the last month, not near as effective. Started getting thrush in my mouth, painful little sores, even though I rinse with salt water and Listerine. I will stop using it."

• Kaz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 16, 2019

"I have stage 3 emphysema, and I have only been on Trelegy for one week. However, I have found my breathing is actually worse, and I am struggling. I am currently on antibiotics and am wondering if I should battle on or go back to Seretide and Spiriva. Any advice welcome, please."

• sto...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 20, 2018

"I initially coughed for the first hour, then the following day, half of my head hurt to the touch, it felt like it was sunburned. That lasted a week. Then I had increased mucus that woke me up at night, as I was choking on it. I had pains in my hips and joints, and the pain moved down my legs as I lifted them to lay on a couch. I could no longer lift my arms above my head without them being in pain at the muscle, which felt as if it went down to the bone. A sore throat and headaches. Other than those side effects, my breathing did improve, but not enough to warrant putting up with the side effects. I lasted 3 months, then gave it up. The doctor then tried me on Trimbow, that lasted 3 days when I ended up with vertigo. I'm now back on Seebri and Fostair."

• Nel...
• March 14, 2020

"I am having a hard time using this inhaler due to the powder being so concentrated. It makes me cough every time I begin to inhale it. I wonder how effective it is if I am unable to breathe it all the way in. I have switched back to Breo because it does not make me cough when inhaling the medication."

• Joc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 8, 2021

"I almost died from having every side effect listed. Three Drs. and a 2-day hospital visit later, and no one was able to figure out in 3 months that it was causing all my problems! I looked up the side effects yesterday and solved all my health issues. The hospital that I was in does not prescribe it."

• Mik...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 8, 2020

"In 2013, my stats were FEV1 of 37 and PEF 31. By mid-2018, my GP started me on Trelegy and a reconditioning walk of 20 minutes a day. In February 2020, FEV1 is 47 and PEF 58, so the Trelegy shift has been outstanding, with no hospital visits since May 2018."

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 28, 2020

"Was on Symbicort and Seebri for about six years, went to see a specialist, she put me on Trelegy. Have never felt better, hardly use Ventolin. It is the best thing I have been on. I am in Australia, our government subsidizes all medicines for pension-age people to $6.30 per script, otherwise, it would cost me $40.60 per month."