Primatene vs Qvar
What to choose Primatene or Qvar
Primatene is inhaler of type Rescue while Qvar is of Control type. Primatene and Qvar are both brand inhalers. Primatene is manufactured by pharmaceutical company Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, while Qvar is manufactured by Teva. The main substance of Primatene is Epinephrine. The available dosage for Primatene is 0.22 mg. The main substance of Qvar is Beclomethasone. The available dosages for Qvar are 40 mcg, 80 mcg.
The actual cost for Primatene is roughly $36 while current cost for Qvar is approximately $276, said Fox Campbell, a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Humboldt State University and a Patient Representative at a clinic that uses Primatene and Qvar.
Primatene and Qvar Comparison
| Primatene | Qvar | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Rescue | Control |
| Manufacturer: | Amphastar Pharmaceuticals | Teva |
| Substance: | Epinephrine | Beclomethasone |
| Dosage: | 0.22 mg | 40 mcg, 80 mcg |
| Avg Price: | $36 | $276 |