What is Incruse Ellipta? Uses, warnings & side effects

Follow the prescriber’s instructions. Do not use more than directed. 

Take only one dose daily at the same time each day.

Please read the Patient Information sheet and Instructions for Use before using this medicine. 

Each inhaler comes with 30 doses. The dose counter will read “30” when first used.

To take a dose, open the cover until it clicks. That signals that a dose is ready. Do not close the cover until you have taken a dose. If you do, the dose will be lost.

Breathe out fully to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Do not breathe in the direction of the inhaler.

Put the mouthpiece in your mouth and close your lips firmly around it.

Do not cover the air vents with your fingers or hands. 

Take one long, steady, deep breath in through your mouth. 

Take your mouth off the mouthpiece and hold your breath for about three to four seconds.

Breathe out slowly.

If you don’t think you got a dose, do not try to take another dose.

Close the inhaler. You may clean the mouthpiece using a dry tissue, if needed, before closing the cover.

Rinse your mouth out with water and spit it out. Do not swallow the water.

Store the inhaler in its unopened tray at room temperature in a dry place protected from heat and light.

Throw the inhaler away when the dose counter reads “0” or six weeks after opening it, even if there are doses left.

Take a dose as soon as you remember. 

If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. 

Do not take two doses in a single day to make up for a missed dose.

This medicine is not right for everyone.

Do not use it if you have had an allergic reaction to umeclidinium.

Incruse Ellipta should never be used by anyone with severe milk protein allergies.

Tell any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you that you are using this medicine. 

Keep all appointments with healthcare providers. They will need to check the effects of this medicine and periodically perform blood tests or eye tests. 

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Tell your doctor if you have:

• Heart problems

• Eye problems, including glaucoma

• Prostate or bladder problems

• Milk protein allergies

Incruse Ellipta can cause serious problems, including:

• Sudden difficulty breathing immediately after taking a dose

• Eye problems, including glaucoma

• Urinary retention

• Severe allergic reactions

Do not use this medicine to treat any acute worsening of COPD breathing symptoms. Always carry a rescue inhaler.

Make sure the prescriber knows about all the drugs and remedies you take, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and supplements. 

Tell other healthcare providers you are using this medicine before they prescribe new medications.

Incruse Ellipta’s most important drug interactions are with: 

• Anticholinergic drugs (find a complete list here)

• Atropine