Vanisto is a powdered device, for oral inhalation, of umeclidinium bromide, indicated for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD, in which the airways become inflamed and thick, generally due to smoking, being a disease that gets worse slowly.
Thus, umeclidinium bromide, which is the active substance in Vanisto, helps to dilate the airways and facilitates the entry of air into the lungs, relieving the symptoms of COPD and thus reducing breathing difficulties.
This remedy can be purchased in packs of 7 or 30 doses, with each inhalation containing a dose of 62.5 mcg of umeclidinium.
Price
Vanisto's price varies between 120 to 150 reais, depending on the amount of the drug.
How to take
The inhaler containing the medicine is packaged in a sealed tray with an anti-humidity bag, which should not be ingested or inhaled.
When the device is removed from the tray, it will be in the closed position and should not be opened until the moment it will be used, because whenever the device is opened and closed, the dose is lost. Inhalation should be done as follows:
- Open the cap when inhaling, without shaking the inhaler; Slide the cap down completely until you hear a click; Holding the inhaler away from your mouth, breathe out as much as you can so that the next inspiration is more effective; Place the mouthpiece between the lips and close them tightly, taking care not to block the ventilation with the fingers; Take a long, constant and deep breath through the mouth, retaining the air in the lungs for at least 3 or 4 seconds; Remove the mouth inhaler and exhale slowly; close the inhaler by sliding the cap upwards until the mouthpiece closes.
In adults and the elderly under 65, the recommended dose is one inhalation once a day. In children under 18 and elderly people over 65, the dose should be adjusted by the doctor.
Possible side effects
The most common adverse effects of using Vanisto are allergy to the active substance or any of its components, changes in taste, frequent respiratory infections, nasal congestion, cough, sore throat, joint pain, muscle pain, toothache, pain stomach, appearance of bruises on the skin and fast or irregular heartbeat.
If symptoms such as chest tightness, coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath occur immediately after using Vanisto, use should be stopped immediately and notify the doctor as soon as possible.
Who should not take
The use of this medicine is contraindicated in people with severe allergies to milk protein, as well as in patients who are allergic to umeclidinium bromide, or any component of the formula.
In cases where other medications are being taken, or if the person has heart problems, glaucoma, prostate problems, difficulties in urinating, or in cases of pregnancy, you should inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
