Breo Ellipta for Asthma User Reviews (Page 3)

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

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

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

"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 & 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."

• Holly...
• April 10, 2017

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

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

"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 mid-section and I've gotten shorter. 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."

• msian
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2022

"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."

• Jeremy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2018

"My experiences with BREO elipta 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 kick backs 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 realise 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."

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

"Ive 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 1x 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!"

• Jono
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2020

"Breo Ellipta was the miracle asthma preventer at first couldn’t believe it then became less effective in a very short time left me feeling extremely bloated and I started to put a bit of weight on around my stomach and I have been working out every day for years I’ve now chucked my Breo away and will never use it ever again I’ve also noticed other side effects with my vision since taking it DON'T use Breo"

• Leeparr
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 23, 2020

"I have been battling asthma for over 40 years, utilizing maintenance inhalers and rescue inhalers. Since I have been on Breo, past 4 years, I have not had to use my rescue inhaler. In fact, my pulsox always used to read between 91 and 93% on room air. Now it reads 95 to 97% on room air. When I take long deep breaths I no longer cough. Not sure whether the weight gain is a side effect or because I've always had the tendency to be a "fatty patty". I'll blame the med. LOL"

• Lori
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 22, 2021

"I am on Day 18 of Breo for mild to moderate asthma with a chronic productive cough for 8 long years. Nothing has changed yet. I still cough every few minutes. The doctor said it could take up to 8 weeks. I honestly don't see this working for me. I was on inhalers 5 years ago too for same issue and none of them worked either."

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

"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."

• Gogog...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2018

"I made the mistake of buying 90 day supply of Breo. It gives me a sore throat back where it hits when I inhale. My allergist even asked me about this irritation. Now I have an asthma attack and I can’t get better because my throat is so sore. I believe that it is not doing its job so I'm going back on the old tried and true. The steroid inhaler that has one rx in it and I don’t have to throw out after 6 weeks. It also costs less."

• John
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 26, 2019

"I started on Breo just under a year ago and the results on Asthma were initially pretty amazing. I barely use ventolin at all now, however a month after starting I started to get skin boils which were large and painful and required antibiotics to heal (had never had these in my life and no other changes could account for them). These have continued and I am just now stopping Breo and going back to flixotide as the trade off is not worth it. Also have seemed to have a long term low level chest infection/ mucus with the Breo so obviously not great on the overall immune system."

• hrpuff
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 18, 2016

"I've been suffering with asthma for a few years now. I was diagnosed as an adult. Nothing would work for me. I was on so many different medications constantly switching things trying to get something to work. My allergist prescribed breo to me around a month ago. I haven't had any wheezing which is huge for me. No coughing. No shortness of breathe. No runny nose. I can actually sleep through the night. It's the first time in years that I've felt like my lungs can fully fill up with air. It's amazing. The only reason I'm giving it a 9 instead of a 10 is because it's caused me to have a constant sore throat. At first I thought I was getting sick but after 2 weeks with no other symptoms I looked it up and saw sore throat is pretty common."

• ruthm
• April 8, 2019

"I have severe adult onset asthma, mostly irritant triggered. This is the first long acting bronchodilator that works for me. Others make me feel worse within 3 weeks. I have gone off Breo twice, but ended up back on. Observations on and off have been consistent. The first couple weeks after starting are very rough with lots of coughing and attacks, like it's clearing all the crud out of my lungs. After about 2 weeks I turn the corner and feel so much better. On Breo, rebounding from a significant irritant exposure that inflames my lungs is shortened to 3-5 days from 3-4 weeks without it! Rebounding from a bad attack is also much quicker and easier. Also, the good stretches feel so much better than before. I honestly didn't realize just how much it helped until the last time I went off. Within 3 months I couldn't take it anymore, as I couldn't believe how much of a difference it made. I pray it comes down in cost, because at $350 per month, I can't afford it once coupon expires."

• Kowboy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 27, 2021

"I was diagnosed with asthma 32 years ago, have been in and out of hospital several times and used my "reliever" daily. 1 month ago I asked my doc about breo and said it wouldnt hurt to give it a try, it is the best thing ever in the 32 years I have tried and I've tried all of them. The difference was immediately noticeable, by the end of the first week I no longer felt the need for my "reliever" and I have not touched it for 3 weeks now even sometimes forgetting to take it to work with me, never before in all those years did I dare go anywhere without my "reliever" so I can not rate Breo high enough for the change in life it has given to me, just amazing!"

• Mike
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2019

"I noticed that I felt better instantly from using Breo. But I was worried that what I would do once my coupon expires. I did have a terrible cough when I started using Breo. Then it went away. So because I worried about what to do when my coupon expires. I started to ween myself off. Then I noticed that my terrible cuogh came back. With yellow phlegm. Not sure of what the cause is."

• Happy...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 31, 2018

"I am a healthy 42 who has had severe asthma since I was 11yrs old. Struggled all my life to successfully prevent attacks. Was prescribed Breo about 18 months ago and I’ve not had to use my blue ventolin inhaler since. Truly superb and no side effects -can’t believe it. Has changed my life I can fully breath in and out for the first time in 30 years!!"

• Lotti...
• December 7, 2017

"I was diagnosed with asthma in August 2014. I got it due to living with a smoker who smoked indoors and through the night. There were cats and the house was being decorated so my asthma kicked in. Started on terbutaline and pulmicort on the Uk but it just didn’t do the trick. I moved to the US and was first put on Singulair (Montelukast). This worked great for nighttime wheeziness. And then came the Breo. This stuff if fantastic. No side effects and I have only used a nebulizer once in about 18 months. No rescue inhaler usage at all. I am totally managed on it. Great stuff. I just hope I can get it when I go back to the UK! Also, have been using GSK vouchers to get it free or really cheap."

• Mom
• May 23, 2019

"I have asthma most of my life, it has gotten worse last few years. Doctor put me on Breo, I have been on for a week now. It has helped my breathing but side effects are awful. Itchy rash and welts on jaw and forehead, skin turning purple on chin. Body aches. I'll try for a few more days but may have to stop"

• Slick
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 31, 2020

"Best inhaler I've ever used and I've had asthma for 40 years. I've been air lifted 3 times due to this condition. The only thing I hate about it is the sore throat but that's child's play compared to mot being able to walk 1 step without gasping for air. I'll take it forever"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2016

"After having asthma my whole life and trying EVERY treatment for it, herbal or otherwise, I thought I had found my miracle. But after a day or two, my throat started hurting and I thought I was getting sick. I am convinced it is The Breo. I would rather use my Albuterol rescue inhaler 3 to 4 times a day than feel like I can't swallow. I had an even worse experience with Symbicort. It made my breathing worse. Breo did work, so for the 1 week I used it for, no asthma attack ,no nebulizer or inhaler, so this is why I give it 7 stars. But I cannot put up with the sore throat. I don't even wanna eat."

• hrpuff
• September 20, 2016

"I was put on Breo Ellipta because my asthma is not well controlled on any other medication that I've previously been put on. For the first two weeks or so it gave me a really sore throat but that went away. I haven't had ANY asthma attacks since starting. It's completely stopped any wheezing as well. It's an amazing medication. I went from having several attacks - varying in severity - every day to none at all. It's also free for the first year with a coupon even if you don't have insurance. I'm so thankful for Breo Ellipta. Even if the sore throat wouldve stayed, I wouldn't have stopped using it. The benefits for me far outweigh the cons."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 21, 2018

"I was diagnosed with moderate persistent asthma un complicated,as per my spirometry test from a pulmonary specialist. He prescribed Breo Ellipta 200 mcg vilentrol 25mcg. During use of once a day I always had a hoarse voice, which eventually became laryngitis I stopped the Breo ,and all side effects were gone. I've always had seasonal allergies all my life. I do not get the wheezing or coughing or lack of breathing. I only get a rapid breathing on exercise or over working, which albuterol inhaler stops. My absolute eusinophils were always high, for the past 4 years. My pulmonary specialist said to see me in six months?"

• Neil...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 15, 2018

"I have moderate asthma, have tried several of the two-component inhalers to keep it under control. Dulera was for a time my go-to, it worked much better than Advair. However each time I was on Dulera for more than a few months I invariably developed a really bad bronchial infection. My doctor them put me on Symbicort, which worked well. We moved, I changed doctors. He pushed Breo, which I dutifully switched to. After six months of using it my findings were that Breo does absolutely nothing for me. It's as if I wasn't taking anything. I switched back to Symbicort and noticed (again) major improvement in my breathing and reduction of mucous. I'm staying with Symbicort for now."