Primatene vs Breo
What to choose Primatene or Breo
Primatene and Breo are inhalers both of Rescue type. Primatene and Breo are both brand inhalers. Primatene is manufactured by pharmaceutical company Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, while Breo is manufactured by GSK. The main substance of Primatene is Epinephrine. The available dosage for Primatene is 0.22 mg. The main substance of Breo is Vilanterol. The available dosages for Breo are 100/25, 200/25.
The current cost for Primatene is roughly Discontinued per inhaler while current price for Breo is approximately $145 per inhaler, said Harvey Hill, an Assistant Professor at the Bob Jones University and an Advanced Medical Support Assistant at a clinic that uses Primatene and Breo.
Primatene and Breo Comparison
| Primatene | Breo | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Rescue | Rescue |
| Manufacturer: | Amphastar Pharmaceuticals | GSK |
| Substance: | Epinephrine | Vilanterol |
| Dosage: | 0.22 mg | 100/25, 200/25 |
| Avg Price: | $36 | $145 |