Umeclidinium / vilanterol for COPD User Reviews (Page 2)

• Che...
• October 12, 2017

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Started Anoro 6 weeks ago. I was pleasantly surprised the first day. No rescue inhaler needed, and walking 15 to 20 minutes was easy. Then I started having pain in my legs and thighs. It kept me awake at night. I also have sleep apnea, so this is becoming an issue. I believe I will need to start on a different medication for my COPD. Very disappointed."

• PAM...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 9, 2021

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "After being on this med, I started experiencing severe leg pain. While it helped with breathing, both legs feel very achy and heavy. Now the pain in my left hip is really bad. As soon as I stop taking this med, the pain subsides. I tried Trelegy, the same ingredients with an added steroid. The same damn leg and hip pain. Dr. says I’ve never heard that before. They need to listen when people tell them this med is causing joint pains. I really don’t know what to turn to next. Also very tired and anxious."

• Cha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 6, 2020

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I started using Anoro three weeks ago and was amazed at how I felt; like a youngster and have reached a point that I can walk short distances around the neighborhood without getting short of breath or having to stop to catch my breath. The downside is I started having leg pain and cramps and pelvis and crouch pain; very uncomfortable. I don't know what is going on, but I'm researching. I am also tired all the time. It is an effort to get basic things done. I can breathe, but I'm too tired to do anything."

• Fox...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 7, 2018

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Before just walking from my living room to my kitchen left me breathless and leaning over the counter, gasping for air. Anoro has changed that from day one. I still have problems when walking 100 feet, but I am comfortable for the most part walking around my home. I've been trying to find out if the maximum benefits are immediate or if improvement continues over a few days."

• dyn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 15, 2021

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I was given a sample of Anoro Ellipta the first day I met my new pulmonologist. I had been on a dual inhaler with a spacer. After 1 dose of Anoro, I had really bad irritation in the back of my throat and could not sleep. I took it for 3 days and decided this is not the drug for me. I had headaches, dry cough, raspy voice, and bronchial spasms. My joints started to ache, and it limited my physical exercise."

• nan...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 11, 2017

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I have used Anoro for about a year now, have no problems at all. I also use Symbicort twice in the morning and twice at night, and no problems. Anoro is very good. I have tried Spiriva, but it did not work too well, I will stick with Anoro."

• Sue...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 30, 2022

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Lung DR gave me samples of this, saying it would keep me from getting any worse. On day 3, I woke up with so much pain I couldn't move, along with explosive diarrhea. It was ungodly, the result is I am in a wheelchair. Because of this drug, what company uses milk proteins in meds? DR never asked me if I was milk intolerant or had a history of muscle pain, hello? I reported this reaction to his office in writing and with phone calls, I got no response. I could no longer work, this really put a # on me, a life changer. Yeah, be careful."

• Pet...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 16, 2024

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I'm male, 69 years of age, and I live in Australia. I was diagnosed with advanced emphysema and a second COPD caused by fine dust 10 years ago. I had severe shortness of breath and coughed up so much fluid from my lungs through the night, and in the mornings, it made me gag, cough, and it was difficult to breathe. I was prescribed Anoro Ellipta 6 months after I was diagnosed, and within 4 to 5 months, my lungs were 100% clear of any fluid/mucus whatsoever. I inhale the one measured dose from the dispenser each morning, and I have never had any side effects from it at all. My doctor is amazed at how healthy I am now and the fact I can sleep laying flat on my back with only one pillow, I am not propped up at all."

• Pat...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 16, 2021

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I have been on and off this drug for 3 years. At first, it was amazing. But after 2 months, I couldn’t sleep and had severe heartburn and a huge floater in my right eye. The druggist told me none of these side effects could be caused by Anoro, but that was the only drug I was taking. My doctor said I should cut back to a schedule I was comfortable with, so I started taking it once a week. The day I take it, I get immediate heartburn, and it interrupts my sleep. These side effects last for 3 days, which is about as long as one dose will keep me breathing freely. After 3 days, I have to rely on my Ventolin."

• Rac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 12, 2018

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I have been suffering with my asthma since being a teen. I have had numerous preventers, and nothing really seemed to help for long enough. The doctors would say because my peak flow was so fine, it wasn’t my asthma. A few months later, a specialist put me on this inhaler, and the feeling of being able to breathe again properly for the first time is just amazing! I’m three months in, and my Ventolin intake has reduced from 19 times a week to 5 and under. The only downside, I get a lot of thrush in my mouth from this spray, and the device is a little difficult to use at first! Apart from that, fantastic."

• MAC...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 20, 2021

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Since being on this, I am losing hair like mad. Also having bladder pain, difficulty peeing, and bladder infections. I wish I could make my doctor understand this and put me on something else. On meds for another bladder infection as I am writing this."

• Far...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 31, 2021

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I moved from Fostair and Spiriva to Anoro. Initially, it was a relief not having to take the drug twice a day, but the side effects are really bad for me. An hour after taking Anoro, I get a decent headache that lasts until mid-afternoon. Anoro also gives me constipation and shortness of breath (unless my COPD got worse and causes it), and walks of an hour are a thing of the past."

• PCa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 7, 2020

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I’ve been using Anoro about a year now, with great success. However, I find that approximately halfway through the 30-day supply, it loses its effectiveness. Although I close it after each use, how can I preserve it to last the entire month?"

• Dai...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 12, 2017

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Best inhalant I've taken, all was fine until my teeth started to fall apart, and in a short time, 4 molars are gone, and I need implants and another medicine, I guess. I want the teeth I still have to stay, if they will. If they go too, I will return to Anoro Ellipta, what do I have to lose then?"

• bem...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 9, 2022

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I have COPD, started Anoro Ellipta 11 months ago. I thought it was a miracle drug at first, easier breathing, didn't need a rescue inhaler for months. 7 months into using it, my legs started hurting so bad, had X-rays for blood clots, had more X-rays, they saw mild osteoarthritis. Still in pain, went to a chiropractor to get relief, none. I also developed a terrible cough in the last few months. I decided to check out this site, and I am convinced it is the Anoro. I need to call my pulmonologist."

• Use...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 8, 2022

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I was told I have COPD stage 4 — where any movement I would lose my breath — with Anoro I can move around, walk a little. What a blessing — but it was costly until I tried my mail order prescription with my Federal Insurance and Medicare, it was way cheaper — anyway, since using Anoro for about 6 months, I never had to use my rescue inhaler — Anoro once a day, same time is a miracle drug for me — Thank you, Anoro."

• 49e...
• March 6, 2021

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "On the 3rd day of using Anoro, I got terrible pain in the back of my skull and blurred vision with floaters in my right eye. I stopped using, and a few days later, my vision cleared, but the floaters remained."

• Dug...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 1, 2023

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "A miracle at 79, COPD for years and Anoro made life so much better. Strong reaction on inhaling, bit of a cough and splutter, but that is probably the condition of my lungs. Smoked for 35 years, had employment in jobs that were dusty or had chemicals involved. Anoro has been a life-saving experience for me. Has worked great even with heart and kiidney disease stage 4."

• Drs...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 4, 2025

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I’ve been taking Anoro Ellipta (for a month, and the good news is that it’s improved my breathing tremendously, but the bad news is lower back pain and slow urination. Hoping that I can stay on it. Also, for those of you who can’t afford it, all of GSK inhalers are now priced no more than $35/month, under certain conditions. Go to the GSK website and answer the questions to see if you’re eligible."

• joe...
• June 4, 2016

"While this medication seemed to work well at the beginning of the trial, it wasn't long before I realized that my heart was beating irregularly and tremors became apparent in my right arm and hand. Exacerbation of symptoms, e.g., shortness of breath after minimal exertion, longer duration to recover were noted."

• Ark...
• March 13, 2015

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "My recommendation is for everyone that has COPD to try it, it has been life-changing for me. You will not regret trying this medication. LIFE CHANGING!"

• Pot...
• April 9, 2016

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "I have chronic bronchitis and COPD. This inhaler is great for the shortness of breath and wheezing. I love it. Awesome product."

• JPa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 11, 2018

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Started using Anoro just one week ago, and wish I had started it sooner! My shortness of breath (SOB) has greatly improved, so my energy level has gone way up!"

• Kit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2018

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Excellent inhaler. I was doing 3 breathing treatments daily of albuterol and budesonide. I'm doing fewer treatments. Noticeable improvement in breathing."

• mal...
• July 27, 2017

Umeclidinium / vilanterol "Once I started using Anoro Ellipta, I felt it to be effective in controlling the shortness of my breath, easy to use with no side effects, and I quit smoking easily. Thanks."