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Trelegy Ellipta 200/62.5/25 (fluticasone furoate/umeclidinium/vilanterol) is a combination preventer inhaler available by prescription only under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for adults 18 years and over with severe asthma (listed April 1, 2022).
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Containing three different types of medicine, it is sometimes called a triple therapy combination preventer. Other triple therapies include the Enerzair Breezhaler and Trimbow Inhaler.
Trelegy Ellipta may be prescribed and subsidised for people who:
- have experienced a serious flare-up in the previous 12 months which required treatment with corticosteroid tablets or injection
- are already using optimum asthma preventer medicine
- have had their device technique assessed and/or
- have been assessed for appropriate adherence to their preventer therapy.
Trelegy works in two ways due to the action of its three active ingredients:
- Umeclidinium and vilanterol: both work together to relax the muscles in the airways. This helps to open the airways and makes it easier for airflow in and out of the lungs. When taken regularly, they help the airways to remain open.
- Fluticasone furoate: reduces the swelling and irritation in the small airways in the lungs and so gradually eases breathing problems.
USING TRELEGY ELLIPTA
Trelegy is prescribed for use once a day and needs to be taken regularly to be effective. It should not be used to relieve a sudden episode of breathlessness or wheezing.
- It is a single daily dose regimen due to the long lasting effects of the medicines it contains.
- It is delivered by the Ellipta device which may be a new device for people with asthma.
Remember to talk with your doctor, who will be able to advise the best asthma treatment for you.
HOW TO USE THE DEVICE
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If you still have questions after reading this page you can book a free call with an Asthma Educator today.