What is COPD?
Did you know? COPD is an umbrella term which includes conditions like emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Although often undiagnosed, COPD is estimated to affect at least 200,000 adult New Zealanders.6
Do you still take Anoro Ellipta after you start feeling better?
Yes. Anoro Ellipta will only be effective for as long as you are using it. Unless you are told to stop using Anoro Ellipta by your doctor, continue its use or your symptoms might return. Your doctor will change your medicines as needed.3
What time of the day should you take Anoro Ellipta?
Because the ingredients in Anoro Ellipta are effective for 24 hours, for it to work properly you only need to take it once a day, at the same time every day. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember but take no more than one puff per day. After that, revert back to taking your dose at your usual time.1,3
Why does the dose counter start on 30?
The dose counter starts on 30 because it’s measuring the number of doses left in the puffer. Each Anoro Ellipta puffer contains 30 doses, which, because it’s used once each day, gives you a 30-day supply.1,3
What if you miss a dose?
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and use your next dose when you are meant to. Otherwise, use it as soon as you remember, then go back to using it as you would normally.3
Does Anoro Ellipta contain steroids?
No, Anoro Ellipta does not contain any steroids.3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION1,3: Don't use Anoro if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients contained in Anoro. Like all medicines, Anoro Ellipta can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects, which may affect up to one in ten people, include sore throat with or without runny nose, cough, constipation, dry mouth, painful and frequent urination (which may be signs of a urinary tract infection), feeling of pressure or pain in the cheeks and forehead (which may be signs of inflammation of the sinuses called sinusitis), pain and irritation in the back of the mouth and throat, and infection of the upper airways. If you think you are having an allergic reaction to Anoro, stop using this medicine and tell your doctor immediately.

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