Relvar Ellipta is an effective drug in alleviating respiratory disorders, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, as it relieves inflammation and dilates airways.
Active ingredients in Relvar Ellipta
The Relvar inhalation contains:
Fluticasone: one of the steroids that helps to alleviate inflammation, reduce swelling and irritation of the respiratory system.
Vilanterol: A long-acting bronchodilator, which relaxes the muscles of the small airways in the lungs, extending them and facilitating air entry and exit from the lungs, while regularly using them, helps keep the small airways open.
Relvar Ellipta uses
Relvar Ellipta is used daily, not just in the event of an immediate respiratory problem, and is used mainly in the treatment of:
Asthma.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
The Relvar inhaler is not used to eliminate an acute episode of shortness of breath or wheezing, but rather another type of inhalation, containing a short-acting bronchodilator.
How to Use Relvar?
The Relvar Ellipta inhaler is used according to the doctor's instructions.
For asthma: one inhalation once a day at the same time (92 micrograms of fluticasone and 22 micrograms of filanterol), and in the case of severe asthma the doctor may recommend a stronger inhaler.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): one inhalation once a day at the same time (92 micrograms of fluticasone and 22 micrograms of vilanterol).
You should not stop using Relvar use until you have consulted a doctor, even if you feel better.
Relvar Ellipta side effects
Relvar may cause some side effects, such as:
headache.
Common cold.
Candidiasis in the mouth and throat, so the mouth must be rinsed with water after using the inhaler to prevent this side effect.
Bronchitis.
Flu.
Sinusitis.
coughing.
Voice disorder.
Abdominal pain.
Joint pain.
bone weakness.
Relvar Ellipta contraindications
Relvar Ellipta is not used for allergies to active substances in the inhalation, nor is it used for children under 12 years of age.
Relvar Precautions
The doctor should be consulted before using the Relvar Ellipta, especially in the case of:
liver disease.
Heart problems.
High blood pressure.
Tuberculosis in the lungs.
persistent or untreated infection.
Diabetes or high blood sugar levels.
Thyroid problems.
Low levels of potassium in the blood.
Blurred vision or vision disturbances.
The drug may increase the risk of infection in the lungs while using it for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
If the use of the inhalation deteriorates the breath further, you must stop using it and consult a doctor immediately.
Relvar and pregnancy
The doctor should be consulted before using Relvar during pregnancy.
Relvar and lactation
The doctor should be consulted before using Relvar during breastfeeding.
Preservation and storage of the drug
Keep out of children's reach.
Keep at a temperature of less than 25 ° C.
Not used after expiry.