Ultibro Breezhaler (generic contents: indacaterol & glycopyrronium) is an inhaler that is used to relieve symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adults.
The term COPD applies mainly to emphysema and chronic bronchitis but can also refer to other breathing difficulties. These conditions block free airflow into the lungs and make breathing harder.
Indacaterol is a long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA) that activates receptors in the muscles of the airways to the lungs, which causes them to relax.
Glycopyrronium is a muscarinic-receptor antagonist. It controls the contraction of muscles and lets the airways expand.
The combined action of these substances in Ultibro Breezhaler helps to maintain open airways, which allows the person to breathe more easily.
Dosage
The prescribing doctor determines the dosage and regimen. The usual dosage is inhaling one capsule daily. Ultibro is effective for 24 hours.
This text is for informational purposes only. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medication.
Some of the common side effects of Ultibro include:
- Symptoms similar to upper respiratory tract infections like runny nose, sore throat
- Pain in the upper facial areas or headaches
- UTI (urinary tract infection) when there is painful and frequent urination
- Rapid heartbeat
- Tremors or shaking
- Nervousness or restlessness
- Dry mouth
- Gastro disturbances like nausea or constipation
- Coughing
- Sore throat or irritation
- Dizziness
Talk to a healthcare professional or pharmacist if these symptoms persist or worsen.
Chronic bronchitis causes irritation in the bronchial tubes, causing the linings of the bronchial tubes to swell and produce phlegm (mucus). The mucus sticks to the bronchi lining, narrowing the tube and making it more difficult to get air into and out of the lungs.
In emphysema, the walls of the tiny air sacs in the lung (alveoli) break down. They can no longer expand fully during inhalation, so a lower volume of air reaches the lungs, causing lower oxygen to be available for the rest of the body.
COPD is a long-term chronic disease for which there is no cure.