Relvar Ellipta

Relvar Ellipta is a once-daily asthma inhaler and COPD treatment used for long-term breathing control. It contains fluticasone/vilanterol, a combination of an inhaled corticosteroid and a bronchodilator, designed to manage airway inflammation while keeping the airways open.

Relvar Ellipta is prescribed for people whose breathing symptoms are not fully controlled with a steroid inhaler alone or who already use both a preventer and a long-acting bronchodilator. It supports steady breathing throughout the day and night as part of chronic respiratory care. If approved after an online consultation, you can get your Relvar Ellipta inhaler from Pharmacy Planet.

Relvar Ellipta is a combination inhaler used for asthma in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over and for COPD in adults aged 18 years and over. It contains two active medicines in one inhaler: fluticasone, an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation, and vilanterol, a long-acting bronchodilator that relaxes airway muscles.

This fixed-dose combination ensures the bronchodilator is always taken alongside a corticosteroid, in line with safe asthma treatment guidance. Relvar Ellipta is taken once daily, making it easier to stay consistent with treatment. It is not a reliever inhaler and should not be used for sudden breathing attacks.

Relvar Ellipta provides ongoing airway management rather than short-term relief.

• Reduces Airway Inflammation — Fluticasone calms swelling inside the lungs that leads to asthma and COPD symptoms.
• Keeps Airways Open for Longer — Vilanterol relaxes airway muscles and maintains airflow across the day.
• Supports Lung Health — Daily use stabilises breathing and reduces flare-ups.
• Improves Breathing and Maintains Long-term Control — Some people notice easier breathing after inhalation, while full symptom control develops with regular daily use.

This dual action allows the Relvar Ellipta inhaler to support both prevention and maintenance.

The Relvar Ellipta inhaler is suitable for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over when prescribed. It is taken once a day at the same time each day.

Dosage Guidance:

• Asthma (Adults and adolescents 12+): Starting dose is usually 92/22 micrograms once daily. If asthma remains uncontrolled, this may be increased to 184/22 micrograms once daily.
• COPD (Adults 18+): The recommended dose is 92/22 micrograms once daily. The higher strength is not used for COPD.

Steps for Using the Relvar Ellipta Inhaler:

1. Open the inhaler cover until it clicks.
2. Breathe out gently, away from the mouthpiece.
3. Place the mouthpiece between your lips and seal tightly.
4. Take one long, steady, deep breath in.
5. Remove the inhaler and breathe out slowly.
6. Close the inhaler.
7. Rinse your mouth with water after use.

The Relvar Ellipta inhaler does not need shaking and delivers a measured dose automatically.

The Relvar Ellipta inhaler may be suitable for people who:

• Have asthma not fully controlled with a steroid inhaler alone.
• Already use both an inhaled corticosteroid and bronchodilator.
• Have COPD with ongoing symptoms despite regular bronchodilator use.
• Need once-daily breathing support for long-term control.
• Want simplified airway management in one inhaler.

The Relvar Ellipta inhaler may not be suitable for people who:

• Need immediate relief during sudden asthma attacks.
• Are under 12 years of age.
• Have a known allergy to fluticasone, vilanterol, or lactose.

A prescriber will assess suitability during your online consultation with Pharmacy Planet.

Most people use Relvar Ellipta without serious issues, but side effects can occur.

Common Side Effects:

• Headache
• Sore throat or hoarse voice
• Oral thrush if the mouth is not rinsed after use
• Runny or blocked nose

Serious Side Effects:

• Chest pain or fast heartbeat
• Sudden worsening of breathing after inhalation
• Signs of infection, such as fever or persistent cough
• Cataracts or glaucoma with prolonged corticosteroid exposure
• Increased risk of pneumonia in people with COPD

Seek medical advice promptly if serious side effects occur.

The Relvar Ellipta inhaler is chosen for people who need consistent breathing support rather than short-term relief. Common reasons include:

• Combined steroid and bronchodilator action in one inhaler.
• Once-daily dosing for easier routine use.
• Improved airway management across day and night.
• Ongoing support for lung health in asthma and COPD.

This approach reduces flare-ups instead of reacting after symptoms begin.

Getting the Relvar Ellipta inhaler from Pharmacy Planet is simple:

1. Complete the online consultation and share details about your asthma or COPD symptoms.
2. A UK-registered prescriber checks suitability and dosage.
3. Once approved, your Relvar Ellipta inhaler is delivered discreetly.