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Inhaler Costs!
A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭

With the insane cost of inhalers in the US, has anybody here purchased them from another country? I have seen where the Spiriva inhaler only costs $125.00 from Canada, but almost $400 here! I need help as I currently don't have ins & the out of pocket is killing me!

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A MyCOPDTeam Member

I have used overseas pharmacy in the past and it is much cheaper. I would not use the generic versions. Mail times can be long because the drugs have to clear customs so if you order, make sure you… read more

Do Any Of You Have Heart Flutters Or Palpitations Periodically?
A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭

My Cardiologist says my heart is fine and most people have these and just never feel them. I can Feel when mine happen. Sometimes it will last for weeks and really stresses me out. Just Curious... Jeff

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A MyCOPDTeam Member

No doesn't seem normal to me either....lol

Wondering What Inhalers Have Been Prescribed For Early COPD.
A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭

I keep reading to get diagonized early and start treatment but have only been ordered ventolin as needed. I need inhalers to slow this down . Appreciate your comments. Stay safe😷

A MyCOPDTeam Member

I was prescribed Symbacort

Incruse Ellipta?
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hello everyone, i was wondering how good it works for those of you who are taking it. my doctor changed my meds from spariva to incruse ellipta. not sure if i like it??

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A MyCOPDTeam Member

They also have generics ..not sure about Spiriva. My friend in Missouri orders her meds from this site. It is Canadian and she saves a lot of money. You need a prescription to begin with .... They… read more

Opinions Of Various Inhalors
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I was on the fence when dr gave me Spiriva for the first time. I really noticed a big difference when I took it. I still take Advair 250 twice a day & have my nebulizers or Proair if needed. Never… read more

Does Trelogy Work As Well As Symbicort And Spireva Together?
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Trelegy works better for me. Plus my mouth doesn’t hurt.

Alternative Meds
A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭

My insurance will no longer cover Spiriva or Pro-Air after the first of the year. The alternatives to choose from will be Incruse Ellipta and for rescue..Ventolin or Xopenex. Anyone here using these at all?? Looking forward to your replies.... Thanks !!

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I've tried just about every medicine they have for COPD and the only one that works is Spariva. But as of the first of the year, Medicare stopped paying, so my Dr put me on Breo, which was about as… read more

Spiriva Duoneb Symbicort
A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭

I take spiriva symbiotic duoneb are these the best meds for copd

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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Use symbionts and spirits, plus rescue.

Need An Inhaler
A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭

Can you give me a name of an inhaler that you use and like, I have to get another one from my doctor. I tried spiriva respimat, but it was top strong and it made me cough, I also tried advair, but that made my throat sore and my voice hoarse, so can someone tell me about the inhaler that they use....Thanks

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A MyCOPDTeam Member

I use trelegy. It seems to work but 1st fill to meet deductible is over $500!! Then it is 44$ a month. Yikes!

Very Helpful Info. Question: When You Inhale The Medication, Would It Help To Hold It In For A Second Or 2 Before Exhaling?
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That sounds pretty consistent with everyone else I think.