Breo vs Alvesco
What to choose Breo or Alvesco
Breo is inhaler of type Rescue while Alvesco is of Control type. Breo and Alvesco are both brand inhalers. Breo is manufactured by pharmaceutical company GSK, while Alvesco is manufactured by AstraZeneca. The main substance of Breo is Vilanterol. The available dosages for Breo are 100/25, 200/25. The main substance of Alvesco is Ciclesonide. The available dosages for Alvesco are 80 mcg, 160 mcg.
The current cost for Breo is around $145 while current cost for Alvesco is around $270, said Julian Long, a Research Assistant at the University of Central Florida and a Patient Representative at a clinic that uses Breo and Alvesco.
Breo and Alvesco Comparison
| Breo | Alvesco | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Rescue | Control |
| Manufacturer: | GSK | AstraZeneca |
| Substance: | Vilanterol | Ciclesonide |
| Dosage: | 100/25, 200/25 | 80 mcg, 160 mcg |
| Avg Price: | $145 | $270 |